Fox Sparrow

Size: 6-7.5”
Description: Mostly rust-brown above with a mix of rust and gray on the head, and heavy brownish splotches on the flanks and the center of the chest.
Migratory Status: Summer residents of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Habitat: Breed in riparian willow shrublands and meadows most commonly to 8,500 feet and occasionally 11,000 feet.
Diet: Forage on the ground and leaf litter, and eat mostly insects.
 

  • Fox Sparrow (song)


    Fox Sparrow song recorded at the Alluvial Fan in Rocky Mountain National Park. Note that a Wilson's Warbler and Yellow-rumped Warbler can also be heard in the recording.

    Credit / Author:
    J. Job
    Date created:
    05/31/2017
    Audio Transcript
 

  • Fox Sparrow (song)


    Fox Sparrow song recorded at the Alluvial Fan in Rocky Mountain National Park. Note that a Wilson's Warbler and the buzz of a hummingbird flying by can also be heard in the background.

    Credit / Author:
    J. Job
    Date created:
    05/31/2017
    Audio Transcript
 

  • Fox Sparrow (song)


    Fox Sparrow song recorded at the Alluvial Fan in Rocky Mountain National Park. Note that a Ruby-crowned Kinglet and the buzz of a hummingbird can also be heard in the recording.

    Credit / Author:
    J. Job
    Date created:
    05/19/2016
    Audio Transcript

Last updated: June 20, 2018

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