A large sparrow. Its size is apparent when you see one or two hanging out with smaller White-throated Sparrows or Song Sparrows.

It will shuffle through leaf litter in a way that resembles an Eastern Towhee. Toes grabbing leaves and sending them behind, leaving bare ground and maybe something to eat.

It’s a rare treat when a Fox Sparrow or two will spend some of their winter time in my woods. And a pure delight.