🐦 The "Old Sam Peabody" has arrived in PA!

Have you spotted this handsome traveler in your backyard yet? The White-throated Sparrow is a classic sign of the season here in Pennsylvania. Whether they are just passing through or settling in for a bit, their presence always adds a bit of charm to our local thickets.

How to ID:

The "Headlights" Look for those brilliant yellow spots (lores) right in front of the eyes.

The Bowtie: A crisp, well-defined white throat patch.

The Crown: Bold black-and-white (or tan-and-brown) stripes on the head.

Fun Fact for PA Birders:

While we often see them foraging on the ground near brush piles, keep your ears open! Their song is one of the most recognizable in the Northeast—a clear, whistled melody that many describe as “Old-Sam-Peabody-Peabody-Peabody.”* 🎶

Where are you seeing them? Drop your recent sightings (and photos!) in the comments below!

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