Baird's Sparrow vs Cassin's Sparrow
Passerculus bairdii compared with Peucaea cassinii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Baird's Sparrow | Cassin's Sparrow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Passerculus bairdii | Peucaea cassinii |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Passerellidae | Passerellidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.1 cm (5.2 in) | 13.3 cm (5.2 in) |
| Weight | 17.916666666666668 g (0.63 oz) | 18.416666666666668 g (0.65 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 | 3-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Baird's Sparrow
Least Concern
Cassin's Sparrow
About These Birds
Baird's Sparrow
The Baird's Sparrow is a small sparrow that breeds on the northern Great Plains of North America and winters in the southwestern United States and Mexico, weighing about 17.9g with a wingspan of 13.1cm. It inhabits native grasslands and feeds on seeds and insects. Grassland loss on both breeding and wintering grounds has reduced its populations.