Monday, April 8, 2013

Chipping Sparrow


This Chipping Sparrow is one of the birds we will be looking for on Wednesday’s Bird Walk here in Elkton. Mainly a summer resident in Douglas County, it is normally seen from April through September, and in fact I took this photo last Friday April 5. They are not as numerous or as well-known as the Song Sparrow or House Sparrow, but striking in appearance with an equally unusual song.  I know my readership is far flung, but if by chance you are in close proximity consider yourself invited to attend.  The walk starts at 10:00AM every Friday at the Tyson City Park in downtown Elkton.

4 comments:

  1. That's a great picture. I snapped a song sparrow here in Eugene last week and was very proud that I was able to figure out what it was LOL! Now I have a picture of what I think is a yellow rumped warbler. I'm a total newcomer to identifying birds.

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    1. Way to go Donna. Photos are the best way to allow a person the leisure to make a correct identification.

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  2. Beautiful photo! We truly enjoy your inspirational nature walks and blogs. We hope to be able to join more walks in the future. Thank you for your time & energy!

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    1. Thanks Patty, your comments are always much appreciated.

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