Black-striped Sparrow
Black-striped Sparrow
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The Black-striped Sparrow is a relatively large sparrow found in Central and South America. It has a distinctive black stripe extending from the eye to the nape.
Where to spot
Widespread from Costa Rica and Panama south through Colombia and Venezuela, and into western Ecuador and Peru. Inhabits dense undergrowth, secondary growth, and forest edges.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on the ground in dense cover. The black stripe behind the eye is a key identification feature. Listen for its loud, ringing song.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active and vocal during the breeding season, which varies by region.
Where to spot
Widespread from Costa Rica and Panama south through Colombia and Venezuela, and into western Ecuador and Peru. Inhabits dense undergrowth, secondary growth, and forest edges.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on the ground in dense cover. The black stripe behind the eye is a key identification feature. Listen for its loud, ringing song.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active and vocal during the breeding season, which varies by region.
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Credits:
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
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Wikimedia Commons
This species is often found on the ground in dense vegetation, where it forages by scratching through leaf litter.
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