East side of Spruce Knob. This species of sparrow stays with us in Warrenton all winter long. Come Spring, they head for high country to breed and nest.
I'm always pleased to see them; their color varies between male and female and West/East of the Mississippi.
Best viewed in 'original' size.
Nikon D700
,AF-S VR Nikkor 70-200mm f2.8G with TC-20 E II 1/250s f/5.6 at 400.0mm iso1400
FX Image Cropped 4x6" Landscape and Reduced to 190 dpi for Internet Viewing
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