Rufous-collared Sparrow
A species of Crowned sparrows Scientific name : Zonotrichia capensis Genus : Crowned sparrows
Rufous-collared Sparrow, A species of Crowned sparrows
Botanical name: Zonotrichia capensis
Genus: Crowned sparrows
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Description
The rufous-collared Sparrow is a small songbird known for its pleasant vocalization and numerous "dialects." The songs peak at dawn and some individuals can sing continuously for half an hour. Found in a wide range of habitats and comfortable around humans, this ground-feeding bird is easily approachable. On the other hand, it's aggressive towards other birds that enter its territory. Individuals have their favorite perching spot where they appear repeatedly.
Size
17 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Feeding Habits
Rufous-collared Sparrow, an omnivore, consumes a diet comprising insects, seeds, grains, and nuts. It exhibits varied foraging methods and has adapted to different feeding times, showing a preference for certain food types depending on availability.
Habitat
Rufous-collared Sparrow thrives in open and semi-open landscapes at varying elevations, up to 4600 meters. It occupies a broad range of habitats from temperate to tropical regions, including deserts, savannas, grasslands, forests, and scrublands. Rufous-collared Sparrow is also prevalent in anthropogenic areas like cities, farmlands, and roadsides, favoring thicketed zones with shrubbery.
Dite type
Granivorous
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Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
New world sparrows Genus
Crowned sparrows Species
Rufous-collared Sparrow 
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