A small, delicate passerine bird native to North America, characterized by its rusty brown plumage and distinctive behavior in open grassland and woodland edge habitats.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Open fields, woodland edges, shrublands, and agricultural landscapes across eastern and central United States, ranging from southeastern Canada to central Texas.
Ecological Role
Key seed disperser and insect consumer, contributing to ecosystem balance and serving as prey for small predators like hawks and owls.
Morphology
SKIN COATSoft feathers with rusty-brown back, pale gray-white underparts, subtle streaking
LIMBS WINGSThin legs adapted for ground foraging, rounded wings for quick, agile flight
HEAD SENSORYSmall conical bill, large dark eyes, grayish crown with rusty-brown streaks
BODY STRUCTURESmall sparrow, approximately 13-15 cm in length, weighing 11-14 grams, with slender body and relatively long tail
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: W.L. McAtee
