Bachman's Sparrow
Peucaea aestivalis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="peucaea-aestivalis"></birdfyi-bird>The Bachman's Sparrow (Peucaea aestivalis) is a bird species in the family Passerellidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.8 cm and a weight of 19.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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The Bachman's Sparrow is a Near Threatened sparrow found in open pine forests and grassland habitats of the southeastern United States, weighing about 19.1g with a wingspan of 11.8cm. It is a secretive ground-dwelling bird that sings from exposed perches and feeds on seeds and insects. Habitat loss due to fire suppression and logging has reduced its range substantially.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.8 cm | 4.6 in |
| Weight | 19.139999999999997 g | 0.68 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP,DM. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 9-10 days.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Peucaea |
| Species | Peucaea aestivalis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ヤブスズメモドキ |
Distribution
Bachman's Sparrow has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Passerellidae family