Species BirdsBrewer's Sparrow

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

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Illustration of Brewer's Sparrow (Spizella breweri)

The Brewer's Sparrow is a small, streaky brown bird with a soft, melodic song. It is often found in shrubby habitats where it blends in easily with its surroundings.

Habitat
Shrublands and grasslands
Diet
Seeds and insects
How common
Common

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