The Green-backed Sparrow is a small, distinctive sparrow found in humid forests of Central America. It has a green-tinged back and a prominent black head stripe.
Where to spot
Found in humid forests of Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. Inhabits evergreen forests, forest edges, and tall secondary growth.
How to spot
Look for it foraging in the mid-canopy of humid forests. The greenish back and black head stripe are good identification clues. Listen for its short, distinctive calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active and vocal during the breeding season, which varies by region but generally occurs during the local wet season.
Where to spot
Found in humid forests of Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. Inhabits evergreen forests, forest edges, and tall secondary growth.
How to spot
Look for it foraging in the mid-canopy of humid forests. The greenish back and black head stripe are good identification clues. Listen for its short, distinctive calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active and vocal during the breeding season, which varies by region but generally occurs during the local wet season.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is often found in mixed-species flocks, moving through the middle and upper canopy of humid forests.
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