Arabian Golden Sparrow
A species of Old World Sparrows Scientific name : Passer euchlorus Genus : Old World Sparrows
Arabian Golden Sparrow, A species of Old World Sparrows
Botanical name: Passer euchlorus
Genus: Old World Sparrows
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Description
Description
The Arabian golden sparrow (Passer euchlorus) is a sparrow found in south west Arabia and also the coast of Somalia and Djibouti where it occurs in thorn savannah and scrub habitats. It is sometimes considered as a subspecies of the Sudan golden sparrow (Passer luteus).
Size
13 cm
Feeding Habits
Arabian Golden Sparrow's diet predominantly consists of seeds from grasses and cereals, with a preference for millet. Highly social, arabian Golden Sparrow typically forages in small groups, forming larger flocks during the non-breeding season.
Habitat
The habitat of arabian Golden Sparrow typically consists of arid thornbush savanna complemented by adjacent cultivated areas. These birds are found in regions characterized by their dry, open landscapes with sparse vegetation, quite often where human agricultural activities provide additional food resources.
Dite type
Granivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Old world sparrows Genus
Old World Sparrows Species
Arabian Golden Sparrow