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Juv White crowned sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

Photo by KarenSaxton
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Field Notes

Description:

Looks like a chipping sparrow, but would like second opinion, as I think its bigger than the chipping sparrows Ive seen before

Habitat:

residential lawn by the bay

Notes:

During a lull in a storm the birds came out to feed

Species ID Suggestions

White-crowned Sparrow (immature)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

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Liam
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Comments (2)
KarenSaxton
I didn't realize the immature had this coloration, but the size is exactly right, Liam, thank you!
KarenL
It does look like a chipping sparrow to me, but I find these guys confusing so I would wait for someone more reliable like Liam to comment!

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