Song Sparrow
Melospiza melodia
Summary 3
L 6” Wt. 1oz
Description: The Song Sparrow has a plump brown body with brown streaks on the breast that end in a single dark spot. They have gray and brown stripes on their heads and a long rounded tail. Their legs and feet are pink.
Habitat: One of our most common sparrows found in brushy thickets and marshes.
Fun Facts: The typical song of the Song Sparrow has three short clear notes followed by a buzzy tow-wee and a trill. Song Sparrows use their song to attract mates and to defend their territory.
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