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This adult white-throated sparrow sports black and white stripes on the head and vibrant patches of yellow just above the nostrils and eyes.

Speaking of Nature: The easy-to-spot sparrow

by Bill Danielson For the RecorderDecember 10, 2018

The dark plumage of this wild turkey, strolling across Bill Danielson’s lawn on Thanksgiving, stands out against the bright backdrop provided by the freshly fallen snow.

Speaking of Nature: Setting a new November record

by Bill Danielson For the RecorderDecember 3, 2018

Because male and female American tree sparrows look identical, there is no way to tell between the sexes at this time of year.

Speaking of Nature: The wintertime visitor

by Bill Danielson For the RecorderNovember 26, 2018

Adult male house sparrows exhibit a black “mask” and “bib” that makes them almost unmistakable.

Speaking of Nature: The urban inhabitant and rural dweller

by Bill Danielson For the RecorderNovember 19, 2018

This American robin, in an exquisite display of the species' adult plumage, was feasting on berries in a winterberry bush.

Speaking of Nature: Robins tell us we live in a special place

by Bill Danielson For the RecorderNovember 12, 2018

This pine siskin, photographed in 2012, shows the distinctive yellow streak on the wings that is the hallmark of the species. It also shows the species’ withering, “Why aren’t the feeders filled?” stare.

Speaking of Nature: Pine siskin sighting brings back memories of an irruptive year

by Bill Danielson For the RecorderNovember 5, 2018

An adult white-crowned sparrow is unmistakable with its gray breast and the thick black and white stripes on its head.

Speaking of Nature: An unexpected song

by Bill Danielson For the RecorderOctober 29, 2018

The breeding plumage of the palm warbler, seen in the spring, is more colorful than its autumn plumage.

Speaking of Nature: Now entering the winter doldrums

by Bill Danielson For the RecorderOctober 22, 2018

Speaking of Nature: The long sleep nears

by Bill Danielson For the RecorderOctober 15, 2018

This photo of a Cooper’s hawk only took minutes to acquire, on Bill Danielson’s deck.

Speaking of Nature: How long does it take to take a photo?

by Bill Danielson For the RecorderOctober 8, 2018