Tweeters,

A male Indigo Bunting has been present in Spokane since at least 9/24/94. This
adult male is in winter plumage with significant amount of indigo feathers
still present on the breast and sides. The bird has been seen regularly at
least through tuesday, 9/27, in a large, weedy vegetable garden on the west
side of Spokane.

Directions:

Driving east on Interstate 90, take the city center(Spokane) exit. Turn
left(north) as soon as possible to cross beneath the interstate. Turn
left(west) on I-90 Business route and stay on it until you have crossed over a
deep gorge(stay in right lane on bridge). Turn right on first street after
crossing the bridge. This is 7th Ave. Turn right after 100 yards onto "A"
Street. Go downhill on "A" Street. On the left you will notice a large vacant
lot which appears to be an abandoned mobile home court. Turn left at the
second gate and park. Walk northwest to find the garden.

The bunting has been hanging out with White-crowned, Lincoln's, Golden-crowned,
Song, Chipping, and at least one White-throated Sparrow.

For the skeptics, this bird has no hint of wing bars, and the breast is mottled
indigo and brown.

Although I haven't spoken with Warren Hall about this bird, I understand that
he may have the latest information on its status.

Scott Ray
SCRAY at DELPHI.COM