American Tree Sparrow vs Bachman's Sparrow

Passerella arborea compared with Peucaea aestivalis

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute American Tree Sparrow Bachman's Sparrow
Scientific Name Passerella arborea Peucaea aestivalis
Order Passeriformes Passeriformes
Family Passerellidae Passerellidae
Conservation Status Least Concern Near Threatened
Length — —
Wingspan 14.4 cm (5.7 in) 11.8 cm (4.6 in)
Weight 19.0 g (0.67 oz) 19.139999999999997 g (0.68 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 4-6 1-5
Population Trend — —

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

None

American Tree Sparrow only

Bachman's Sparrow only

None

Conservation Status

Least Concern

American Tree Sparrow

Near Threatened

Bachman's 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.

Bachman's Sparrow

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.

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