Pinellas birders are a lucky bunch. Not only are they able to enjoy beautiful winter birds like American White Pelicans, Redheads, Horned Grebes and Marbled Godwits, but this winter they've been blessed with two Green-tailed Towhees, a Lincoln's Sparrow, a Lark Sparrow and now a Purple Sandpiper.A front is expected to pass through Pinellas on Friday and though it won't necessarily be a strong one, it should push closer to shore a few Northern Gannets and maybe even a jaeger or two. January and February are the best months of the year to see these species in Pinellas. So, when you're out this weekend stay alert & think "rarity".Purple Sandpiper, right (Photo by Sue Tavaglione)Green-tailed Towhee, below (Photo by Dave Noel).
