Bird species identification help!

[ladynoremon]

What do you suppose type of bird made this nest & laid these eggs? They are hidden in one of our fields. They are a bit tinier than a gumball. The bird that flew away when I walked past seemed to be very small & brown.



The Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources suggested a robin when I called their/our local office, but I am doubtful.

Comments

[telophase.livejournal.com]

Here's an article that lists some common birds with egg colors. Based on your mention of a small brown blur flying away, I'd hypothesize it's a house sparrow. Robin eggs appear not to have the brown speckles.