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Birds
A winter sparrow with a bright white throat and a clear whistled song heard on mild days.
Field facts
HabitatWoodland edge, brush piles, feeders
RangeStatewide in winter
When to lookOctober to May
StatusLeast Concern (Indiana DNR / IUCN Red List)
Look-alikesWhite-crowned sparrow — clean grey face
Field note: It kicks backward with both feet to uncover seed under leaves.
Lesson
Watching responsibly
Provide brush cover near feeders so ground feeders can escape hawks.
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