Chipping Sparrow

Told by red cap, white eyebrow line, unstreaked breast and notched tail.

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Common Name

Chipping Sparrow

Comments

Nests are often victimized by brown-headed cowbirds which lay their eggs there for the sparrows to raise. Song is a repetitive, sharp – chip.

Scientific Name

Spizella passerina

Habitat

Open forests, fields, lawns, gardens.

Size

To 6 in. (15 cm)