Black-capped Sparrow
Arremon abeillei
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<birdfyi-bird slug="arremon-abeillei"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-capped Sparrow (Arremon abeillei) is a bird species in the family Passerellidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.8 cm and a weight of 25.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Black-capped Sparrow is a strikingly patterned, medium-sized sparrow of dry forests and scrublands along the Andean slopes and adjacent Pacific lowlands of Ecuador and northern Peru. Males have a bold black cap and cheeks contrasting with an orange-brown back and white underparts. It inhabits dense undergrowth in dry deciduous and semi-humid forests, feeding on seeds and insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.8 cm | 5.8 in |
| Weight | 25.899999999999995 g | 0.91 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Arremon |
| Species | Arremon abeillei |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ズグロシズカシトド |
| Spanish | Cerquero coroninegro |
Distribution
Black-capped Sparrow has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Passerellidae family