Rufous-crowned Sparrow - Aimophila ruficeps

Length 6.0 in (15.2 cm)
Wingspan 7.8 in (19.7 cm)
Weight 0.65 oz (18.4 g)
Clutch Size 3-5
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:NA
     

The Rufous-crowned Sparrow has a limited range. It is found in parts of California and the southwest into Mexico. I have only seen one once in Livermore, CA. They eat seeds and insects. They are awkward fliers.

Adult
Picture/image of Rufous-crowned Sparrow
03/28/2008 - Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
03/28/2008 - Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
Picture/image of Rufous-crowned Sparrow
03/28/2008 - Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
03/28/2008 - Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
Picture/image of Rufous-crowned Sparrow
03/28/2008 - Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
03/28/2008 - Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
Picture/image of Rufous-crowned Sparrow
03/28/2008 - Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
03/28/2008 - Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
Picture/image of Rufous-crowned Sparrow
03/28/2008 - Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
03/28/2008 - Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA

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