From the US, traveling around Scotland and am thoroughly enjoying viewing many new-to-me bird species. Am currently in St. Andrews and had lovely walk along coast. Spotted this bird perched on rock; Merlin ID says Rock Sparrow -- which is rare for this area. Want to confirm. Can anyone ID based on this photo? Thank you!
Looks like a female house sparrow to me but best wait for someone in the know as I ain't even heard of a rock sparrow
(Pardon the Scottish Accent)
House sparrow for me too. Is it possible to set your Merlin up for Europe?
You want to set your Merlin app to Western Palearctic
Cin J
Hi- Merlin App might still say Rock Sparrow as its a WP species?
It's a blatant House Sparrow so as usual - take MERLIN with a pinch of salt It doesnt have the fabulous undertail covert markings :
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Thank you to the community!! I have adjusted Merlin, and yes, need to trust common knowledge!! House sparrow it is. Appreciate all the guidance!!