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Swainson's Sparrow

Swainson's Sparrow

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Swainson's Sparrow is an East African sparrow species often considered a close relative or even a subspecies of the Northern Grey-headed Sparrow. It is distinguished by subtle plumage differences and its more restricted range.
Where to spot
East Africa, primarily Ethiopia, Eritrea, and parts of Sudan and Somalia. Found in a variety of habitats, including savannas, woodlands, agricultural land, and human settlements.
How to spot
Requires careful observation to distinguish from Northern Grey-headed Sparrow, focusing on subtle differences in head and throat coloration. Often seen in similar habitats and behaving similarly to other grey-headed sparrows.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day.
File:Passer swainsonii -Ethiopia-8.jpg
File:Swainson's sparrow (Passer swainsonii).jpg
File:Passer swainsonii -Ethiopia-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Swainson's sparrow (Passer swainsonii).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Like its close relatives, Swainson's Sparrow is highly adaptable, often found in urban and cultivated areas where food is readily available.
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