Bachman's Sparrow

15 cm (6") Uncommon and local. Southeastern United States. Dry open forests, especially pine or oak or scrub palmetto.

Large sparrow with a large bill. Thin line extends behind eye like the smaller Field Sparrow but this bird is smaller with an a smaller pink bill. Sides and breast are buffy or gray. White belly. Long rounded dark tail.

A secretive bird.

Beautiful song is important for finding and knowing it.

Song: clear introductory whistle follow by a variable trill or warble.

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Images

Credit: Andy Reago

Credit: nebirdsplus

Credit: nebirdsplus

Distribution Maps

Bachman's Sparrow winter distribution map

Bachman's Sparrow distribution map