Golden-winged Sparrow
A species of Arremon Brush-finches and Sparrows Scientific name : Arremon schlegeli Genus : Arremon Brush-finches and Sparrows
Golden-winged Sparrow, A species of Arremon Brush-finches and Sparrows
Botanical name: Arremon schlegeli
Genus: Arremon Brush-finches and Sparrows
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Description General Info
Description
The golden-winged sparrow (Arremon schlegeli) is a species of bird in the family Passerellidae that can found in Colombia and Venezuela. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.
Size
16 cm
Habitat
The golden-winged Sparrow predominantly resides in areas with deciduous forests, scrubby clearings, and second growth. It has a strong affinity for thick vegetation, such as thickets found in wooded ravines and on hillsides. This species is commonly found in regions with hilly terrain.
Dite type
Granivorous
General Info
Distribution Area
So far, three subspecies of this bird have been recognized: A. s. schlegeli located along Caribbean costs of Colombia and Venezuela. A. s. fratruelis can be found in Serranía de Macuira, located on the Guajira Peninsula of northern Columbia. The other, A. s. canidorsum, can be found in the north Columbian Andes.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
New world sparrows Species
Golden-winged Sparrow