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Song Sparrow

Earth » North America » United States » Ohio » Perry County

Date: July 11, 2007 I don't know my sparrows that well. I'm guessing Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia) but I would appreciate a confirmation or correction.

Posted by Mike Boone on July 18, 2007 13:51. Last updated: December 16, 2008 04:20.

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Process of Elimination
If we could just eliminate Fox Sparrow then it would be Song Sparrow.

Posted by David Moll on August 04, 2007 08:23.

Fox vs. Song
Could we eliminate Fox Sparrow by range? The Sibley guide shows central Ohio on the border of Winter and Migration for the Fox Sparrow. July should not qualify as migration time, right?

Song Sparrows are listed as year-round in that area.

Posted by Mike Boone on August 22, 2007 14:59.

I Wouldn't.
Field guide maps, especially on that scale, are limited in accuracy. On June 29th, 1996, I had a White-crowned Sparrow in Yavapai County, Arizona. These irregularities can happen.

Posted by David Moll on August 22, 2007 18:09.

Song Sparrow
I'm pretty certain it's a song sparrow because of the absence of grey on the face/wings and the streaking as opposed to spots on the breast.

Cheers.

Posted by Andrew Faires on November 23, 2007 15:15.

Song Sparrow
Tail length and appearance fits Song Sparrow. Fox Sparrow has a shorter tail in proportion to its body. Additionally, tail is more reddish-brown.

Posted by Ted Kropiewnicki on December 19, 2007 20:29. Last updated: December 19, 2007 20:30.

Changed Taxon
Media was moved from ID Request. Seems like the comments favor Song Sparrow, so I think we're OK to move it there. Thanks everyone.

Posted by Mike Boone on December 20, 2007 07:48. Last updated: December 20, 2007 07:49.

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