Song Sparrow

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I have never heard such a song come from a little bird as this one was!! She/he

BE SURE TO SEE THIS ON LARGE AND ON BLACK..THE TONGUE SHOWS !!!

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Melospiza melodia Order PASSERIFORMES - Family EMBERIZIDAE
Common name "Song Sparrow" Northwest variety
Location Portland Oregon
Date 4/6/07

Thank you martytdx and camden for the id on this one

A common sparrow of backyards across North America, the Song Sparrow is readily recognized by its streaked breast and large central spot. It lives up to its name, being one of the most persistent singers throughout the spring and summer.
Description
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* Chest streaked, with spot in center.
* Two thick brown stripes on sides of whitish throat (malar stripes).
* Long, rounded tail.
* Grayish or whitish eyebrow.

* Size: 12-17 cm (5-7 in)
* Wingspan: 18-24 cm (7-9 in)
* Weight: 12-53 g (0.42-1.87 ounces)

Sex Differences

Sexes look alike.
Sound

Song is a varied series of two to six phrases, usually starting with several clear notes and then including buzzes, trills, or other complex notes. Call a husky "chimp."

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Uploaded: April 6, 2007
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19 comments

MAUREEN wrote...
What a great capture.The World Through My Eyes

Sandra Miller wrote...
THANK YOU for your kind comment!!! I have been hearing this bird all spring but never got a glimpse because of my limited eyesight. I really feel like I wished so hard that I could see where this song comes from that she decided to oblige me this one time. This sooooooooooo made my day!!

Tony Allen-Mills wrote...
lovely light on the bird. TWTME

Tim O'Brien wrote...
Lovely shot. I like the DoF and the texture of the fence. -- Seen in Blind Photographers (?)

Marty DeAngelo wrote...
This appears to be a Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia), Pacific Northwest version. (seen in Field Guide: Birds of the World)

Camden Hackworth wrote...
Wonderful photo, the lighting is beautiful. I agree with Marty, Song Sparrow/Melospiza melodia.

MASAHIKO TANIGUCHI wrote...
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Cris Martins wrote...
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Sandra Miller wrote...
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Maureen wrote...
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