Vesper Sparrow (Pooecetes gramineus ) 20110614

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The weather in NE Illinois (North Aurora, Kane County) has turned cool after several very hot days, allowing us to sleep with open windows. This morning I heard both the Horned Larks and at least one Vesper Sparrow singing in the field in front of our condo, then saw both along the road as I drove out. Because of necessary chores, I could not get out to find them again until late this afternoon. The sparrow was just a lucky appearance, as I had parked the car next to a rock where I last saw the Horned Lark. The lark then showed up on the same post that had served the sparrow this morning! Visit blog.rosyfinch.com