Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Black-chinned Sparrow

Latin Name:  Spizella atrogularis
Spanish common name:  Gorrion Barbinegro

What a songbird!  I knew he was out there, but I could never find him.  These guys stay in protective cover as much as possible. 


To learn more, click here.  You will note the difference in this picture and the one on the web site.  My bird book identifies this one as the "basic" variety.  I could not find supporting information on the web.