Bridled Sparrow
A species of Sparrow Scientific name : Peucaea mystacalis Genus : Sparrow
Bridled Sparrow, A species of Sparrow
Botanical name: Peucaea mystacalis
Genus: Sparrow
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Description
Description
The bridled sparrow (Peucaea mystacalis) is a species of bird in the family Passerellidae. It is endemic to Mexico. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland. The species are brown coloured.
Size
17 cm
Feeding Habits
Bridled Sparrow's diet consists of seeds, small insects, orthopterans, spiders, fruit, and nectar. Bridled Sparrow's foraging behavior typically involves ground feeding and occasional aerial hunting techniques. A unique preference for nectar sets bridled Sparrow apart from other sparrows.
Habitat
Bridled Sparrow typically inhabits arid regions characterized by scrub and thicket environments. Their preferred habitats include open thorny forests dotted with large cacti, as well as areas with mesquite and columnar cactuses. These birds are frequently found in tropical deciduous forests and adjacent oak scrubs, often favoring overgrown grassy clearings. The species is also associated with izotal—a distinct type of vegetation community. Broadly, bridled Sparrow can be found within habitats that are part of specific biosphere reserves, emphasizing their preference for a mixture of dry forests and scrubland ecosystems.
Dite type
Granivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
New world sparrows Genus
Sparrow Species
Bridled Sparrow