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