Arabian Golden Sparrow vs Desert Sparrow
Passer euchlorus compared with Passer simplex
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Arabian Golden Sparrow | Desert Sparrow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Passer euchlorus | Passer simplex |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Passeridae | Passeridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 11.8 cm (4.6 in) | 15.2 cm (6.0 in) |
| Weight | 14.5 g (0.51 oz) | 19.5 g (0.69 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Arabian Golden Sparrow
Least Concern
Desert Sparrow
About These Birds
Arabian Golden Sparrow
The Arabian Golden Sparrow is a small finch-billed sparrow from the Horn of Africa and southern Arabian Peninsula, weighing about 14.5 grams with a wingspan near 12 cm. Males are strikingly yellow-green, making them among the most colorful sparrows in the world. They inhabit dry acacia scrubland and semi-arid savanna, feeding on seeds and small insects.