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Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus ORDER: PASSERIFORMES FAMILY: EMBERIZIDAE

IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concern

A conspicuous sparrow of farmlands and roadsides, the Lark Sparrow has a bold face and tail pattern. With unusual courtship displays as well as plumage, it is like no other sparrow and is the sole member of its genus.

Appearance

Sparrows

Typical Voice

Adult Description

Large sparrow.
Long, rounded tail with white corners.
Plain whitish underparts with large dark spot in center of breast.
Striking face pattern.

Immature Description

Juvenile with brown streaks on chest. Face pattern more obscure with browns instead of chestnut and black, and dirty white stripes. First winter has adult pattern, but duller on face.