California Towhee vs American Tree Sparrow
Melozone crissalis compared with Passerella arborea
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | California Towhee | American Tree Sparrow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melozone crissalis | Passerella arborea |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Passerellidae | Passerellidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 17.8 cm (7.0 in) | 14.4 cm (5.7 in) |
| Weight | 49.62499999999999 g (1.75 oz) | 19.0 g (0.67 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | 4-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
California Towhee
Least Concern
American Tree Sparrow
About These Birds
American Tree Sparrow
The American Tree Sparrow is a compact passerellid weighing 19 g with a 14.4 cm wingspan, breeding in shrubby Arctic tundra and wintering in open fields and weedy areas across North America. It is identified by its rufous cap and distinctive central breast spot.