Saltmarsh Sparrow
Saltmarsh Sparrow
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The Saltmarsh Sparrow is a small, heavily streaked sparrow of coastal salt marshes, recognized by its orangish face and grayish streaking on its crown. It is a species of conservation concern.
Where to spot
Found along the Atlantic Coast of North America, from southern Maine south to North Carolina. It exclusively inhabits high-marsh zones, salt creeks, and tidal pools within salt marshes.
How to spot
Focus on the high-marsh zone, observing during high tide when birds are forced into more exposed areas. Look for its orangish face, grayish streaking on the crown, and heavily streaked breast and flanks. Its song is a short, dry, buzzy trill.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its coastal habitat. Most active and vocal during the breeding season (spring and summer), particularly around high tide.
Where to spot
Found along the Atlantic Coast of North America, from southern Maine south to North Carolina. It exclusively inhabits high-marsh zones, salt creeks, and tidal pools within salt marshes.
How to spot
Focus on the high-marsh zone, observing during high tide when birds are forced into more exposed areas. Look for its orangish face, grayish streaking on the crown, and heavily streaked breast and flanks. Its song is a short, dry, buzzy trill.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its coastal habitat. Most active and vocal during the breeding season (spring and summer), particularly around high tide.
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This sparrow often builds its nests in marsh grasses just above the high-tide line, a risky strategy that sometimes leads to nests being washed out by exceptionally high tides.
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