White Crown Sparrow

in Feathered Friends4 years ago

Hello Hivers

White Crown Sparrow

I watched this sparrow most of the afternoon, on the forest floor picking up the sunflower seeds that the purple finch was spilling from the feeder.
They have what is called a natural alertness mechanism, this....
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enables them to stay awake for up to two weeks at a time, during their migration.

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Thanks to Cornel Lab of Ornithology for the map.

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I only see them during migration, but I always think they look like they should be riding a bicycle with that helmet on. 🚲😁

lol....sparrows can be a challenge to identify...not this guy....lol

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