Looking out the window the other day, I spotted this bird.
A new one for me.
It's a Wood Thrush.*
Wood Thrushes are forest-interior birds and are unlikely to come to feeders.
Although it summers in this area,
it should have been on it's way down south.
I hope this was a quick stop over,
and this little guy is on his way to Central America!
*Edit: Tex thinks it's a Fox Sparrow, she knows her birds, so maybe I have misidentified it. If so, it's a still a new one for me, and it won't freeze to death as a Thrush is likely to in this climate.
*Edit: Tex thinks it's a Fox Sparrow, she knows her birds, so maybe I have misidentified it. If so, it's a still a new one for me, and it won't freeze to death as a Thrush is likely to in this climate.
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i would have guessed fox sparrow! congrats on the sighting!
ReplyDeletehe is a adorable, hope he flies south soon. great shot
ReplyDeleteThey are beautiful !
ReplyDeleteGreat photos !
Hi Now I live in the UK so was interested in seeing the difference between the Wood Thrush and Fox Sparrow and Tex is correct in her answer. They do appear quite similar however the Wood Thrush has a plain back as opposed to the striped back of the Fox Sparrow. That is one difference. thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteIt is a beautiful bird, great captures..Wishing you a happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteYour captures never fail to take my breath away and these are surely no exception, Karen!! What precious little ones they are!! I don't believe I've seen one of these before and they are beautiful!! Such a lovely way to start my day! Hope you're feeling ok and that your week is off to a good start!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the new bird! It's a very pretty one.
ReplyDeleteSweet pics of this bird and a nice first for you. I've never seen either before. I hope it survives. I like how they tuck a foot up under for warmth.
ReplyDeleteWonderful pic of him! I've not seen either of these birds before either.
ReplyDeleteA first for me too to see this sweet little bird. Beautifully captured!!
ReplyDeleteLovely to know he is a survivor, superb photo, so clear, and those little feet, he does know where to perch.. hope you are coping with winter weather, Hugs, Jean.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful colors and patterns on the bird - no matter what you call it! Great photos.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful- I thought sparrow, too, but just because that's all I have been looking at in my yard lately. :) Mine aren't that pretty, though.
ReplyDeleteYou take such wonderful bird photos! This little guy is super-cute.
ReplyDeleteSuch a charmer - and I hope he/she is on the way to its winter home.
ReplyDeleteThat's one cute little fox sparrow,great siting and photo.
ReplyDeleteIsn't he a cutie?
ReplyDeleteGreat capture!
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Regardless, they're great pictures!
ReplyDeleteHe picked a good spot, it's always fun to see new faces!! I hope you are feeling well, enjoy your snow!!
ReplyDeleteExcellent shots of the beautiful bird!
ReplyDeleteStriking images of this fella...
ReplyDeleteI would not have known what that bird was. I love the colors and how lucky that it found a place with food... Great detail in your photos... Michelle
ReplyDeleteOh my - how beautiful!
ReplyDeleteStunning...your photos are ALWAYS picture post card perfect.
ReplyDeleteWood thrush or fox sparrow--it's awesome!
ReplyDeleteThey are just adorable!!
ReplyDeleteHe's a cutie...I love finding new birds that come to visit in the garden.
ReplyDeletegreat capture!! always good to score a new keeper *VBS*
ReplyDeleteHi Karen: Your bird is a Fox Sparrow FOR SURE!
ReplyDeleteHe is quite striking whatever species he is. Your photos are so crisp. I want a view like that from my window!
ReplyDeleteThey are absolutely pretty, Karen!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos of this wood thrush. I would have called it a sparrow. I don't know my birds that well. LOL I see you're on a blog break and want to wish you a wonderful holiday time with family and friends. Blessings. Pam
ReplyDeleteHe's a beauty, whatever his name is. (Home from our cross-country move, but just catching up on my fav people. Back to blogland next week, I hope.)
ReplyDeletethinking about you today!!!!
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