Yungas Sparrow
NameYungas Sparrow
Common NameYungas Sparrow
Scientific NameArremon dorbignii
FamilyPasserellidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)15.5
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsFeatures a rufous crown, grey head sides with a dark line extending through the eye, and a white throat. The breast is grey, transitioning to buffy-brown on the flanks and belly. The back is olive-brown, often with subtle streaking, and the wings are rufous-brown.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of clear, whistled notes or a trilling song, often delivered from dense cover.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Yungas region, found in subtropical and tropical moist montane forests of Bolivia and northwestern Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesRufous crown, Grey head sides with dark eye-line, White throat, Grey breast, Rufous-brown wings
Description
The Yungas Sparrow is a medium-sized sparrow characterized by its distinctive head pattern and terrestrial habits. It typically forages on or near the ground in dense undergrowth, often in montane forests. Its plumage provides good camouflage within its shaded habitat.
