Dickcissel (Spiza americana), Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve, Santa Cruz County

This Dickcissel was discovered and photographed by Alan Schmierer on 23 September 2010.

A rare fall migrant which is perhaps increasing.

Dull Dickcissels can be superficially similar to female House Sparrows.  Note the malar stripe and rusty scapulars.

23 September 2010, photo by Alan Schmierer

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