Rufous-crowned Sparrow

Aimophila ruficeps

Perching

Length: 6 in. (15 cm )

A resident of arid, rocky slopes with scattered shrubs and small trees, this sparrow remains with its mate or solitary all year round. The grass-lined nest is found on the ground and rarely in a low bush. Food is mainly seeds, young grass shoots and in the summer some insects.

The four-digit banding code is RCSP.

Female | Scott Streit

Male | Oliver Niehuis

Chaparral

Desert

Mesquite bosque

Shrubs

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Bird Sound Type: Chirping
Sex of Bird: Male

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