Friday, October 25, 2019

Meadowlark, Sherwood Island State Park, 10/24/19

Meadowlark, Sherwood Island State Park, 10/24/19.  Below is my eBird comment.  The Eastern (EAME) from Western (WEME) separation of this Meadowlark is quite difficult, and the final decision is awaited. 
Joined about 6 other birders who were looking at a group of 5 Meadowlarks on a field behind the bird feeders. One of the Meadowlarks, picked out by John Oshlick and seen by the whole group, was paler (gray--see photos) on its upper parts than the brown upperparts of the others, presumably EAMEs. Its flanks were white, in contrast to the buffy EAMEs. While the malar was pale, it had a hint of yellow. This bird also seemed slightly smaller than the others. A few photos are attached.
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