Image of Dickcissel

Description:

Taken on the monthly Birding on Broadmeade group walk on Lake Creek Trail. Dickcissels are a common fall migrant here, but they are easily missed. Their loud distinct flight call is easy to recognize once you've heard it a few times. But seeing the birds is difficult. They often stay hidden in the tall grass or dense tree tops. They are also easily overlooked in groups of House Finches or House Sparrows.