Lincoln's sparrow
Melospiza lincolnii
Lincoln's sparrow (Melospiza lincolnii) is a small sparrow native to North America.
About the Lincoln's sparrow
Lincoln's sparrow (Melospiza lincolnii) is a small sparrow native to North America. It is a less common passerine bird that often stays hidden under thick ground cover, but can be distinguished by its sweet, wrenlike song. Lincoln's sparrow is one of three species in the genus Melospiza which also includes the song sparrow (M. melodia) and the swamp sparrow (M. georgiana). It lives in well-covered brushy habitats, often near water. This bird is poorly documented because of its secretive nature and breeding habits solely in boreal regions.
Fun Facts About Lincoln's sparrow
- This bird is poorly documented because of its secretive nature and breeding habits solely in boreal regions.
- Lincoln's sparrow is one of three species in the genus Melospiza which also includes the song sparrow (M.
- Lincoln's sparrow (Melospiza lincolnii) is a small sparrow native to North America.
- It lives in well-covered brushy habitats, often near water.
- It is a less common passerine bird that often stays hidden under thick ground cover, but can be distinguished by its sweet, wrenlike song.
Conservation Status
The Lincoln's sparrow is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | passerines |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Melospiza |
| Species | Melospiza lincolnii |
Range & Habitat
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