Field Sparrow (Spizella pusilla), Whitewater Draw, Cochise County

This Field Sparrow was discovered by Susan Rogers and Bob Behrstock, and photographed by Susan Rogers on 20 November 2020, and also photographed by Chris Rohrer on 21 November.

Field sparrow is a casual fall and winter visitor to the state. There have been eleven previous records for the state.

This individual is likely of the "western" population, being considerably "duller" and less rufous than the "eastern" birds. Note the relatively small, pink bill, pale pink legs, distinct eye-ring, light rufous on the crown and cheek, and distinct white wingbars.

21 November 2020, photo by Chris Rohrer

20 November 2020, photo by Susan Rogers

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