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White-crowned sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

Description:

This white-crowned sparrow was spotted in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. This bird is native to North America. It is a medium-sized sparrow with brown-streaked upperparts, small white throat patch, and plain gray underparts. The white crown has distinct black lines. Wings are brown with two pale bars. Short flights, alternates rapid wing beats with brief periods of the wings pulled to sides.

Habitat:

Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.

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mary.gallo.m
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mary.gallo.m

Wyoming, USA

Spotted on Jul 23, 2015
Submitted on Jul 24, 2015

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