Yellow-mandibled Sparrow
NameYellow-mandibled Sparrow
Common NameYellow-mandibled Sparrow
Scientific NameArremon aurantiirostris
FamilyPasserellidae
Wingspan (cm)21.5
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)34
Plumage DetailsFeatures a black head with a prominent white supercilium and a white malar stripe. The back is olive-green, contrasting with a bright yellow patch on the bend of the wing. Underparts are white, with grey flanks. The most distinctive feature is its bright yellow-orange bill.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a series of clear, whistled notes, often accelerating and rising in pitch, described as sweet and musical. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central and South America, from southern Mexico through Central America to northern Colombia and western Ecuador.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow-orange bill, Black head with white supercilium, Yellow shoulder patch, Olive-green back, White underparts
Description
This striking sparrow is characterized by its bright yellow-orange bill, black head with a prominent white supercilium, and a distinctive yellow patch on its shoulder. It typically forages on or near the ground in dense undergrowth of humid forests, searching for insects and seeds.
