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Pec Sand, bribie Is, SE Qld

To: Carl Clifford <>
Subject: Pec Sand, bribie Is, SE Qld
From: Sue & Phil Gregory <>
Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2006 09:00:33 +1000
Hi guys,
It has always been jizz in the UK, the GISS thing is a suggested explanation only, so the brits use the former and have done for decades- can't blame the yanks for this one! Useful term for sure.
Cheers
Phil
On 28/11/2006, at 1:23 PM, Carl Clifford wrote:

Colin,
Actually it is not Jizz but GISS, which stands for General Impression Shape and Size, which was a system used by the British in WW2 for enemy aircraft identification. Jizz is an American corruption (another one) that has developed amongst US birders.
Cheers,
Carl Clifford


On 28/11/2006, at 2:01 PM, Colin R wrote:

Thanks, Jon!
I'm a great believer in 'jizz' (actually, not 'giz'!) My favourite
birding is land based sea watching and I learned early on in Ireland
just how important an overall picture of a species was, as opposed to
the finite detail. In sea watching you don't always have the pleasure of extended views and it is of great advantage to gain a mental video image
to replay. Having seen experts in the field identify birds at ranges
that exclude any definite markings I know it plays a huge part! I'm not
sure it is always appreciated or understood. I know I will feel a lot
more comfortable seeking out more Pecs now, as I am sure they turn up
more often than is commonly reported.

Cheers


On Mon, 27 Nov 2006 12:49:29 +1100, "Jon Wren" <>
said:
Colin,
I had a Pectoral Sandpiper sighting at Queerah near Cairns back in the 1970's with Bill Whayman. A strong characteristic for our sighting was
the
stance of the bird, it almost seemed to be standing on tip toes most of
the
time, in a grassy area close to water. The stance was taller than any
Sharpie I have observed. Great to see that noted in your report.
"clear chest demarcation and 'taller', 'bigger' size and shape and
general
giz."

Jon Wren

--
  Colin Reid
  
So many birds, so little time......


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