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White-crowned Sparrow
Zonotrichia leucophrys
33.727, -96.7744
Field Notes
Description:
The White-crowned Sparrow is a large sparrow with a small bill and a long tail. The head can look distinctly peaked or smooth and flat, depending on the bird’s attitude. First impressions of White-crowned Sparrows tend to be of a plain, pale-gray bird; next your eye is drawn to the very bold black-and-white stripes on the head and the pale pink or yellow bill.
Habitat:
Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge: The primary purpose of the refuge is to protect and manage 11,320 acres of habitat for refuge and breeding ground purposes for migratory birds and other wildlife. The Refuge includes about 6,500 acres of uplands, 4,000 acres of open water, 500 acres of wetlands, and 400 acres of croplands.
Notes:
Often shows up in backyard gardens in the winter.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedNovember 18, 2013
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