White-Throated Sparrow
Description: Yellow markings above the eyes and a clear white throat make this bird fairly easy to identify. Juvenile is similar but has dulled, almost "dirty" looking features. Sexes alike.
Nest: Usually on the ground or just above the ground, their nest of weed stems and grasses is well concealed.
Eggs: 3-6 eggs that are tan with heavy marking of reddish brown.
Diet: Mainly seeds but insects are taken in the breeding season and fed to young. These sparrows forage loudly in leaf litter.
Habitat: Hedgerows, open forests and field edges. They are highly prevalent during migration and many stay through the breeding season. Although most depart in winter, there are occasional stragglers.
Nest: Usually on the ground or just above the ground, their nest of weed stems and grasses is well concealed.
Eggs: 3-6 eggs that are tan with heavy marking of reddish brown.
Diet: Mainly seeds but insects are taken in the breeding season and fed to young. These sparrows forage loudly in leaf litter.
Habitat: Hedgerows, open forests and field edges. They are highly prevalent during migration and many stay through the breeding season. Although most depart in winter, there are occasional stragglers.