Just wanted to report my sighting of a Haris' Sparrow in my backyard for about a week last winter. It seemed to have came with some Golden Crowned or White Crowned Sparrows. A very rare observation, and the bird really stood out to all the others. Ive heard of some other sightings in California as well from last winter/ fall, anywone know where or anything else about them? Anyhow, this winter Ill be sure to see if he possibly returns.
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Haris' Sparrow in California (1 Viewer)
- Thread starter Adamos
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Katy Penland
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Did you happen to get photos of last year's bird? If so, I know the CRBC would be most interested in hearing from you. You might also post a query on the Calbirds listserve where someone would undoubtedly be able to tell you about the frequency of this species in the state:Adamos said:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CALBIRDS/
Will keep my fingers crossed that you see it in your yard again this year. :t:
Yes, it was indeed a awsome sighting. I wasnt able to catch a photo of it, but I did report it to the local birding club, so it is on record. I heard back that there were a few more reports of Harris's sparrows as well in the state last winter as well.
Oh, and yes White Crowned sparrows are very marvelous and beutiful sparrows. The Golden Crowns are always picking on them or chasing them away sadly.
Oh, and yes White Crowned sparrows are very marvelous and beutiful sparrows. The Golden Crowns are always picking on them or chasing them away sadly.
