A small, active passerine bird native to western North America, characterized by its distinctive long tail and complex vocal repertoire.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Found in diverse woodland, scrubland, and chaparral environments across western United States and Mexico, preferring areas with dense brushy vegetation and varied topography.
Ecological Role
Plays critical role in insect population control, seed dispersal, and serves as prey for larger predatory birds and small mammals.
Morphology
SKIN COATGrayish-brown plumage with barred tail, cryptic coloration providing camouflage in woodland environments
LIMBS WINGSShort, strong legs for ground foraging, rounded wings suitable for short flight bursts in dense vegetation
HEAD SENSORYProminent white eyebrow stripe, pointed beak adapted for insectivorous feeding, acute auditory capabilities
BODY STRUCTURESmall songbird, approximately 14 cm in length, weighing 10-12 g, with slender body and proportionally long tail
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: threelark
