Moss-backed Sparrow
Moss-backed Sparrow
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The Stripe-headed Sparrow is a small, secretive bird known for its distinctive black and white striped head pattern. It inhabits the dense undergrowth of humid forests and coffee plantations.
Where to spot
Found in western South America, ranging from Colombia through Ecuador and Peru. It prefers humid tropical and subtropical forests, forest borders, and dense secondary growth, often in foothills and lower montane regions.
How to spot
Locate it by its characteristic song, which is a series of clear, ringing notes. Observe patiently near dense vegetation, as it often stays hidden. The prominent black and white stripes on its head, particularly the wide white supercilium, are diagnostic.
When to spot
Resident year-round within its distribution. Best observation times are typically early mornings and late afternoons when it's most active and vocal.
Where to spot
Found in western South America, ranging from Colombia through Ecuador and Peru. It prefers humid tropical and subtropical forests, forest borders, and dense secondary growth, often in foothills and lower montane regions.
How to spot
Locate it by its characteristic song, which is a series of clear, ringing notes. Observe patiently near dense vegetation, as it often stays hidden. The prominent black and white stripes on its head, particularly the wide white supercilium, are diagnostic.
When to spot
Resident year-round within its distribution. Best observation times are typically early mornings and late afternoons when it's most active and vocal.
This species is often considered conspecific with the Half-collared Sparrow by some authorities, but others recognize it as a distinct species based on subtle plumage and vocal differences.
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