identification

mastery
UK /aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃn̩/ US /aɪˌdɛn(t)ɪfɪˈkeɪʃn̩/noun

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Which word is closest in meaning to 'identification' in this sentence?

Much education and experience is required for proper identification of bird species.