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White-crowned Sparrow
Zonotrichia leucophrys
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.7 cm
Weight
29.861666666666665 g
Family
Passerellidae
Order
Passeriformes
The White-crowned Sparrow (Zonotrichia leucophrys) is a bird species in the family Passerellidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.7 cm and a weight of 29.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.7 cm | 6.2 in |
| Weight | 29.861666666666665 g | 1.05 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 11-13 days. Fledging: 8-10 days.
Clutch Size
3-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Zonotrichia |
| Species | Zonotrichia leucophrys |
Distribution
White-crowned Sparrow has been recorded in 8 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-crowned Sparrow endangered?
The White-crowned Sparrow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-crowned Sparrow nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 11-13 days. Fledging: 8-10 days.
How big is the White-crowned Sparrow?
The White-crowned Sparrow has a wingspan of 15.7 cm, weight of 29.861666666666665 g.
What order and family does the White-crowned Sparrow belong to?
The White-crowned Sparrow (Zonotrichia leucophrys) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Passerellidae.
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