I was a bit hasty in my identification. The bird I saw in the morning was
definitely a Palm: white outer tail spots, pumping of the tail when it
perched. The birds I saw later in the field were more likely Pipits. I would
not have expected them in a suburban park, and they have similar white on
the outer retrices. I guess my expectations influence my judgment. Yup, I'm
still learning!
Phil Kenny
1731 Killarney Court
Vienna VA 22182-2133
philkenny1@xxxxxxx
703-255-5423
571-226-6690
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