Why are cowbirds unwelcome? A healthy cowbird population is a sign of
a healthy bird population in general.

Long live the cowbirds.


On 12/19/09, Pam Unger <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> I'm always eager to check my feeders after the first measurable snowfall of the season because it always brings new guests.  Today was no exception, but I was less than thrilled to see a  lone male brown-headed cowbird groundfeeding with my usual flock of house sparrows.  I guess I hope that it hangs around until tomorrow to be included in the northern Columbus Christmas Bird Count!
>    Solstice Greetings and good birding.  Pam Unger
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