American Tree Sparrow

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Passerellidae

About

The American tree sparrow, also known as the winter sparrow, is a medium-sized New World sparrow. It breeds in Alaska and Northern Canada and winters in Southern Canada and the Contiguous United States. It is the only member of the genus Spizelloides.

Fun Fact

It breeds in Alaska and Northern Canada and winters in Southern Canada and the Contiguous United States.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is tundra or the northern limits of the boreal forest in Alaska and northern Canada.

Diet

Eat seeds and insects, but also eat some berries.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance