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nanny_56 Putnam County, IN(Zone 5b) Aug 07, 2010

I have had two of these sparrows coming to the yard this past week, which is unusual for this time of year. . And all I have managed is to confuse myself all over!

Thanks!

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nanny_56 Putnam County, IN(Zone 5b) Aug 07, 2010

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Resin Northumberland, United Kingdom(Zone 9a) Aug 07, 2010

Possibly juvenile Chipping Sparrow? Unlike the adults, they have a streaked breast at first. Not definite though.

Resin

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nanny_56 Putnam County, IN(Zone 5b) Aug 07, 2010

Oh I bet that is what they are!! Those tiny beaks were confusing me...lol! I haven't seen any juvie Chipping Sparrows for a couple of years.

Thanks Resin!

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