Black-throated Sparrow
Amphispiza bilineata
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Passerellidae
About
The black-throated sparrow is a small New World sparrow primarily found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is the only member of the genus Amphispiza; the five-striped sparrow, formerly also classified in Amphispiza, is now thought to be in the monotypic genus Amphispizopsis.
Fun Fact
It is sometimes referred to as the desert sparrow, due to its preferred habitat of arid desert hillsides and scrub.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Diet consists of bugs during the mating season and seeds during the non-breeding season.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance