Several female LBBG graellsii, ringed in the U.K. (BTO ring).

adult LBBG, May 03 2004, EMO Maasvlakte, the Netherlands (51.59N,04.02E). Adult female from the U.K. This bird is obvious paler grey than adjacent local Dutch birds (so-called Dutch intergrades). Note the lack of red on the upper mandible.

adult LBBG, April 05 2003, Nachtegalenkeet, Maasvlakte, the Netherlands (51.59N,04.02E). Adult female from the U.K.

adult LBBG, May 31 2002, EMO, Maasvlakte, the Netherlands (51.59N,04.02E). Adult female begging for food on May 31 2002; still without a nest. Obvious pale grey bird, when compared to adjacent birds.

adult LBBG, May 03 2004, EMO Maasvlakte, the Netherlands (51.59N,04.02E). Adult female with a nest.

adult LBBG, April 22 2002, Missouriweg - ECT, Maasvlakte, the Netherlands (51.59N,04.02E). Adult female with a nest.

adult LBBG, April 19 2003, e-on - Maasvlakte, the Netherlands. Adult female, relatively paler grey than local birds.