Bird ID?

[Steve Wasson]

First time I've ever seen one of these in our back yard! What did I see?
Rochester, Minnesota, in town, close to park & creek. 5/8/2011.
Thanks!

[Dan Brown]

Hi Steve. This is a beautiful adult Harris's Sparrow in breeding plumage! Nice shot of a great yard bird!

[John Chardine]

Spectacular! Would love to see one!