White-crowned Sparrow
White-crowned Sparrow
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The White-crowned Sparrow is a common and distinctive bird, easily identified by its bold black and white striped crown. It is a familiar sight in North America during migration and winter.
Where to spot
Breeds across Alaska, Canada, and the western United States. Winters throughout the contiguous United States and northern Mexico. Found in a variety of open and semi-open habitats, including tundras, grasslands, shrublands, agricultural fields, parks, and suburban gardens.
How to spot
Look for its prominent black and white crown stripes. Juveniles have brown and tan stripes. They typically forage on the ground, often scratching with their feet. Listen for their clear, whistled song, often described as 'Oh, sweet Canada, Canada, Canada!'
When to spot
Breeds in summer (May-August). Migrates south in autumn (Sept-Nov) and north in spring (Mar-May). During migration and winter, it's active throughout the day, often foraging in flocks.
Where to spot
Breeds across Alaska, Canada, and the western United States. Winters throughout the contiguous United States and northern Mexico. Found in a variety of open and semi-open habitats, including tundras, grasslands, shrublands, agricultural fields, parks, and suburban gardens.
How to spot
Look for its prominent black and white crown stripes. Juveniles have brown and tan stripes. They typically forage on the ground, often scratching with their feet. Listen for their clear, whistled song, often described as 'Oh, sweet Canada, Canada, Canada!'
When to spot
Breeds in summer (May-August). Migrates south in autumn (Sept-Nov) and north in spring (Mar-May). During migration and winter, it's active throughout the day, often foraging in flocks.
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Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Young White-crowned Sparrows learn their complex songs from older males. Studies have shown they go through a 'subsong' phase, much like human babies babbling, before mastering their adult song.
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