My wife first spotted an unusual sparrow in the pond in our backyard this morning. While she is not a "birder" she does know what a House Sparrow looks like. She described it to me when I came home from birding, and the full rusty brown head and black spots on the cheeks matches the description of a Eurasian Tree Sparrow. About 3:00 p.m. it returned to our pond and stayed for a minute or two, providing an excellent look for both her and I.
I have set out bird seed in our feeder, and with a supply of water it may come back. If it establishes a regular pattern I will let people know. I also now have my camera set up in the house and focused on the feeder and pond if it should come back. It is a very narrow back yard - and visiting the feeder and pond will be tough - but I am sure something can be worked out to provide access if it does establish a pattern. I will provide directions with my next posting. Todd Pepper [EMAIL PROTECTED] Leamington, Ontario "Todd Pepper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Visit http://www.ofo.ca/ontbirdsguide.htm for information on leaving and joining the list. As well as general information and content guidelines.
