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Chincol, Rufous-collared Sparrow

Zonotrichia capensis

Photo by isscarr
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Field Notes

Description:

The Rufous-collared Sparrow is 13.5–15 cm long and weighs 20–25 g. It's distinguishable by its rufous nape and breast sides.

Habitat:

American sparrow found in a wide range of habitats, often near humans, from the extreme southeast of Mexico to Tierra del Fuego, and on the island of Hispaniola

Reference Links:

EOL: Zonotrichia capensis, Rufous-collared Sparrow, Chincol - AVES DE CHILE

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Comments (1)
Rolo
Hola Isscarr, sería genial que pudieras agregar esta y las otras fotos de aves al grupo de Aves de Chile. Muchas Gracias http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/8229211

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WILD Cities: Urban Biodiversity
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Birds of the World
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Biodiversidad de Chile
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Aves de Chile - Birds of Chile

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PublishedDecember 18, 2011

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