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Rufus Collared Sparrow & immature
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Rufus Collared Sparrow & immature (zonotrichia capensis antofagastae)

In San Pedro de Atacama and noticed this competing for table scraps at the cafe.
Quite elegant compared to the imported English sparrows.
The immature one kept picking up rocks instead of food ;)
Habitat
small town ex urb
Location
San Pedro de Atacama Chile
Date taken
3/10/2020
Scientific name
zonotrichia capensis antofagastae
Equipment used
Lumix g7 w 45-175 Lumix X
Staff member
Opus Editor
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LOL He'll soon learn I guess!! I love the youngster's crest as well.

You've a super picture of this duo David - very well done lad. I think this one is now headed for The Opus. Many thanks for sharing it with us.

It's great to see you posting again too.
 

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