Henslow's Sparrow (1)
Ammodramus henslowii
(Near-threatened)
United States (Michigan)
Jun 7 2014
adult
The Henslow's Sparrow that we saw this morning was a lifer. This bird is in a dramatic decline throughout its range, and even some areas where it was regularly seen in Michigan have no birds this year. Urgent attention is needed regarding preservation of natural grassland areas and increased awareness of the habitat requirements of this species.
Jun 8 2014