LeConte's Sparrow
Ammospiza leconteii
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPasseriformes (Perching Birds)
- FamilyPasserellidae (New World Sparrows)
- GenusAmmospiza (Marsh Sparrows)
- SpeciesAmmospiza leconteii (LeConte's Sparrow)
About the LeConte's Sparrow
LeConte's sparrow (Ammospiza leconteii), also known as LeConte's bunting, is one of the smallest New World sparrow species in North America. LeConte's sparrow is a small sparrow with a relatively large head, short grey bill and short pointed tail. It has a buffy yellow-orange face with grey cheeks, and a dark brown crown with a white central stripe. The nape of the neck is lilac grey with chestnut streaks, and the back is streaked with brown and beige. Its belly is off white, while the breast and sides are a buffy orange-yellow with dark brown streaks. The feet and legs are a brownish-pink colour.
The measurements for both sexes are: Length: 4.7 in/ 12 cm Wingspan: 7.1 in/18 cm Weight: 0.4–0.6 oz/ 12–16 g LeConte's sparrow is commonly mistaken for other small sparrows, such as the Nelson's sparrow (Ammospiza nelsoni), grasshopper sparrow (Ammodramus savannarum), Henslow's sparrow (Centronyx henslowii), saltmarsh sparrow (Ammospiza caudacuta), and Baird's sparrow. (C. bairdii).
LeConte's sparrow is a member of the order Passerifomes, which are the perching birds, sometimes less accurately referred to as the songbirds... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of LeConte's Sparrow in Congaree National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wood Buffalo National Park | 🇨🇦 Canada | |
| 2 | Congaree National Park | 🇺🇸 United States | |
| 3 | Point Pelee National Park | 🇨🇦 Canada | |
| 4 | Isle Royale National Park | 🇺🇸 United States |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a LeConte's Sparrow in Congaree National Park?
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a LeConte's Sparrow sighting in Congaree National Park, based on 11 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see LeConte's Sparrow in Congaree National Park?
December has the highest sighting rate for LeConte's Sparrow in Congaree National Park in our monthly data.