Henslow's Sparrow
NameHenslow's Sparrow
Common NameHenslow's Sparrow
Scientific NameCentronyx henslowii
FamilyPasserellidae
Wingspan (cm)17.5
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsThis sparrow has an olive-green head and nape with fine dark streaking, contrasting with a rusty-brown back and wings that are also streaked. Its breast is pale buffy with fine dark streaks, and its belly is white. It possesses a relatively short tail.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a very simple, quiet, and un-birdlike "tse-lick" or "tsil-ick," often described as an insect-like sputter that is easily overlooked.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Henslow's Sparrow breeds in central and eastern North America, primarily across the Midwest and parts of the northeastern United States. It winters in the southeastern United States.
Identifying Featuresflat-headed appearance, olive-green head, finely streaked breast, rusty wings, short tail, secretive behavior, insect-like song
Description
The Henslow's Sparrow is a small, secretive grassland bird known for its flat-headed profile and quiet, insect-like song. It typically perches low in dense vegetation, making it challenging to observe. This species is often found in tall-grass prairies and old fields.
