Hi,

I was surprised to see a tan-striped version of a White-throated Sparrow 
in my backyard about 11:15 this am.  It was actively feeding near the 
birdbath, and appeared to be healthy.

While the yellow book shows them possible in MD in June, I assumed this 
would be more likely in the western counties.

Cliff Comeau
Beltsville/Calverton PG County


Cliff,
    We also still have a White-Throated Sparrow in our yard, a male, and 
have not spotted a female.  Wonder
if it wasn't healthy enough to flown north with the others earlier this 
month.
     Bob E.

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Robert C. and Melinda G. Elvander
6215 Forest Mill Lane
Laurel, MD 20707-2709
 (301) 776-5690