Another Sparrow ID?

[Bill Dix]

Can anyone help me with this one. Taken in a thicket next to the beach at Stone Harbor, NJ on Sept. 30. It was very windblown, so what might have been some normal field marks are not easily visible. It was acting like a juvenile. I've tentatively labeled it a juvi Song Sparrow, but wondered if I'm overlooking something more exotic. Thanks for your help.

[Dan Busby]

Bill, I think you are right on - Juvi Song. The wind-blown and juvi plumage makes this more difficult than it would otherwise be. I think the long tail, hint of developing streaks on the flank and head profile give it away.

[Bill Dix]

Thank you Dan.