Harris's Sparrow at Wellington, Prince Edward County

Harris's Sparrow is rare in Southern Ontario. Its presence at feeders and brushy shrubby habitat on the opposite side of the road allows birders to see it well. Many thanks to Dale Smith for welcoming birders and for keeping his feeders stocked. His neighbours also have stocked feeders. Wellington, Prince Edward County on 16 November 2019, a bright sunny day with early morning temperature at -11 C.

 

VIDEO: Harris's Sparrow perched and feeding on ground under feeders

This is an adult Harris's Sparrow with full black cap, face and bib. Wellington, Prince Edward County on 16 November 2019.

 

A small number of Harris's Sparrows breed near the Hudson Bay coast of northwestern Ontario. These are the most easterly in its range. This species breeds and winters only in North America. Wellington, Prince Edward County on 16 November 2019.

 

The Harris's Sparrow was first reported on 13 November 2019. Wellington, Prince Edward County on 16 November 2019.