Yellowish-brown birds with a medium size, Baird’s Sparrows are The small, brown streaks on their throats, which are similar to a necklace on their bodies, help them be recognized.
Their backs have light and dark brown stripes, while their heads also have a central dark brown stripe. Yellowish or white bellies contrast with their black fur. Juveniles are paler in color than adults, despite the fact that males and females appear the same.
- Centronyx bairdii
- Length: 14 cm (5.5 in)
- Weight: 23 g (0.8 oz)
- Wingspan: 22 cm (8.5 in)
Range
During the winter, Baird’s Sparrows travel south to northern Mexico and the southern United States, where they breed in the northern Great Plains.
Habitat And Diet
Baird’s Sparrows may be found in both tall and mixed grasslands. They can now be found in ungrazed pastures, grasslands, and agricultural fields due to their dwindling habitats.
While foraging for food, Baird’s Sparrows stay low and hidden on the ground. They search for seeds and insects between clumps of grass, usually walking or hopping.
Nests
Baird’s Sparrow nests are frequently found inside clumps of grass or in shallow holes on the ground. The inside is lined with soft materials and they are made of grass and weeds. A nest might contain two to six eggs. For around twelve days, the female incubates them.
Fun Fact:
In reaction to environmental dangers and wandering bison herds, Baird’s Sparrows continuously move their breeding grounds from year to year.