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Harris's Sparrow

Harris's Sparrow

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The Rusty-crowned Sparrow is a robust and distinctive sparrow, recognized by its bright rufous crown and clean grey underparts. It is a common resident of semi-open habitats in Central America.
Where to spot
Found in highlands and foothills from central Mexico south through Central America to Costa Rica. It inhabits open woodlands, scrublands, pastures with scattered trees, and forest edges.
How to spot
Look for its prominent rusty-orange crown, which is the most definitive field mark. It often forages on the ground or in low shrubs. Listen for its clear, musical song, often a series of whistled notes.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its range. Most active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon.
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File:Harris's Sparrow (Zonotrichia querula) (19730863663).jpg
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File:Zonotrichia querula Point Isabel.jpg
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File:Zonotrichia querulaFVF14CB.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Harris's Sparrow (Zonotrichia querula) (19730863663).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Zonotrichia querula -California, USA-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Zonotrichia querula Point Isabel.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Zonotrichia querula by Nick Varvel.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Despite its somewhat widespread presence, its distinct song varies regionally, with some populations having more complex and varied vocalizations than others.
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jenny van Dorland
jenny van Dorland
1 year ago
Harris's Sparrow
Churchill, Manitoba
Spotted Harris's Sparrow
Spotted Harris's Sparrow
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jenny van Dorland
jenny van Dorland
1 year ago
Harris's Sparrow
Churchill, Manitoba
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