[TN-Bird] Henslow's Sparrow
- From: Terry Witt <terrywitt@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: tn-bird <tn-bird@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Wed, 20 May 2009 18:08:45 -0700 (PDT)
Henslow's Sparrow is a declining and elusive species high on many birders wish
list.
It is known for nesting in loose colonies, and one of the most accessible sites
in the US occurs in middle Tennessee.
The birds can usually even be heard and seen without leaving the vehicle, which
is very convenient for the physically challenged. Birds have been faithful to
this site for several years, and should continue to nest here, as the location
is treated by the state as a wildlife management area.
From I-24 in Manchester, take exit #114 (Hwy41) proceed south one mile and go
east on Asbury Road.
In about 4 miles, turn north on Hickerson Road. The road goes through a large
sod farm and then makes a right angle turn left followed by another right angle
turn right. At the second turn, there is a brown sign indicating "The Barrens
WMA", and a parking area. The birds can be found on both sides of the road for
the next 400 yards or so. A tape is not needed and indeed the birds seem to
ignore recordings. With a little patience, they are easy to observe, as they
tend to sit up in the open and sing their rather feeble song. A scope will be
helpful for better views and/or photography.
Terry Witt
Murfreesboro Tn
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