Golden-crowned Sparrow
December 2012 – Eugene, Oregon
A few of these birds were visiting a back yard in Eugene, OR. Sometimes, you can barely see the yellow-crown, but there’s no mistaking it.
Golden-crowned Sparrow
April 2012 – Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge, Oregon
These birds can be common in places in the winter. A large group of them were feeding in the open grassy areas. This bird is sporting his more drab winter coloration… and will likely head north to breed very soon.