If you have ever tried sorting through the small brown birds visiting your backyard or wood line in Central Pennsylvania, you know how tricky identification can be. My latest blog post breaks down how to spot the striking White-throated Sparrow and separates them from other common local lookalikes—like heavily streaked Song Sparrows and stocky, urban House Sparrows. Here are the key markers for identifying a White-throated Sparrow in our region: The White Throat: A crisp, bri

There is a distinct magic to early spring bird photography. The trees are still holding onto their bare, winding branches, buds are just beginning to swell with the promise of green, and the migratory travelers are moving through the undergrowth. On a recent outing, I was lucky enough to cross paths with this gorgeous White-Throated Sparrow (Zonotrichia albicollis). Sparrows often get a reputation for being "Little Brown Jobs" (LBJs)—easily overlooked, streaky brown birds tha

As you can see the Female of the White Throated Sparrow is just as beautiful as the yellow streaked male. #sparrow #bird #birdwatching #birdfeeder #wildlifephotography

Look closely at a White-throated Sparrow and you’ll spot a brilliant dash of yellow right between the eye and the beak. This "supraloral" spot is the perfect pop of color against their crisp white bib and dapper head stripes! #sparrow #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #birdfeeder

White-Throated Sparrow, however common you feel these Sparrows are here in the Eastern US. They population has declined to just 29% from 1970 to 2014. Do to expanding Agriculture in the US. #sparrow #birds #wildlifephotography #birdwatching #birdfeeder

White Throated Sparrow, not that common Atleast for me. This little male bird gave me some shots I really like. I also got some pics of a female as well. Let’s check it out together. #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #sparrow #birdfeeder

House Sparrow, very common bird. However up close and personal. If you actually look at the markings it’s kind of like a bandit back in the Wild West days. #sparrow #bird #photography #outdoors #wildlife

Typically Sparrows are small birds with great vocals. This particular Sparrow is called a Song Sparrow and I found out why. #birds...

House Sparrow in Worship, this female got in really close to me and I was very glad especially the first picture. #photography #outdoors...

House Sparrow, #birds #sparrow #outdoors #photography #wildlife