Sparrow, House***
Description: A very common exotic species of weaver finch, this little pest competes with and can kill native, cavity-nesting species like bluebirds and tree swallows. They are also serious competitors with purple martins.
Sparrow, Henslow's
Description: Experienced birders may spot this rarely seen grassland species in the Dixon Prairie.
Sparrow, Harris's
Description: This bird of the stunted northern forest makes a rare visit if it strays east of its normal plains migration route. It is visible across the Garden and normally on the ground.
Sparrow, Grasshopper*
Description: This is a rare grassland sparrow seen mostly on migration when found at the Garden.
Sparrow, Fox
Description: Look for this bird of early spring and late fall singly or in small groups in the McDonald Woods or other wooded habitats at the Garden.
Sparrow, Field
Description: Look for this bird of the shrub prairie in the Dixon Prairie when it is passing through.
Sparrow, Clay-colored
Description: When this bird of shrub prairies is seen on migration, it is likely to be found in the Dixon Prairie.
Sparrow, Chipping***
Description: Look for this common nesting bird near low conifers where it prefers to build its nests.
Sparrow, American Tree
Description: This tundra nester only visits the Garden in late fall through early spring. Look for it foraging for seeds on the surface of the snow in the Dixon Prairie.
Sora
Description: The sora may be visible during spring and fall migration on Marsh Island and in shoreline vegetation.