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I have a few photos of birds that I'm having trouble ID'ing, even after researching them via Internet and in a bird ID book.  I enjoy photography, but I'm still learning about birds, so your help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

 Sasha

 I think these might be finches or sparrows, but I'm not sure which kind:

 

And here's the other fella:

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"Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth
find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts." ~ Rachel Carson

Nice photos,

The first are House Sparrows - 3 female and 1 male.

I think the second is a Yellow-rumped Warbler - winter "Myrtle" form.  Does anyone agree?

Nancy

 

Yes, I agree.

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~Makachoa~

I agree.

I agree also, to help you ID Yellow-rumped Warblers in the future, note the thin black bill, white "eye-arcs", faint (on this bird) yellow flank patch, and black streaks on the flanks.

 

Hope this helps!

 

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Thank you!  You're all so kind, and I appreciate the tips/info too.  I will definitely keep coming back and posting more pics because I'm not all that knowledgeable about birds — at least, not yet.  I'll get there soon. :)

Here's another photo. Can anyone tell me if this is a Starling?

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"Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth
find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts." ~ Rachel Carson

Yup, a European Starling molting into adult plumage. The Starling as well as the House Sparrows are non-native invasive species, which were introduced to New York in the late 1800's and then spread across the country. These birds compete for cavity nesting sites with native species, and, especially House Sparrows, destroy eggs and kill baby and adult native birds.

Yes, European Starling.

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