Looks like a very wet song sparrow to me. The black appearance to the head is due to matted brown feathers from the rain and snow.
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Soggy or Sick?
Had this bird in our yard earlier today. Don’t ever recall seeing a bird this wet before. It was around for about half an hour and then flew off. Seemed to have strength and full mobility. At first, I thought
it was some sort of sparrow, but the more I look the more I doubt that. Seems too much black on the head.
I would welcome thoughts on what it is and if it is just wet, or ill.
Thanks,
Tom Soniville
West Bench, Boise
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Tom Soniville
Boise. North End