The consensus of everyone is that the mystery bird photobombing the juvenile Eastern Bluebird is a HOUSE WREN. Under the influence of borderline dehydration on the evening of that outing, I will admit to entertaining thoughts of both Mourning Warbler and European Starling. Zooming in on the photo, one can see black bands on the rump, which is a strong clue to the final correct ID. Indeed, we saw at least two family groups of House Wrens in the wooded area n of the dam. Thanks to everyone who played the game.
Dave Leatherman
Fort Collins
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