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This strikingly marked sparrow is open country with scattered trees or brush, more commonly in the western U.S. than in the east.

2.
This small sparrow often has a large bill, and often yellow lores contrasting with a very light supercilium.

3.
This species is most often found in dense brush.

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The white eye-ring and white outer tail feathers (best seen in flight) are identification keys.

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I'm the only member of the genus Passerella, and have several different plumage variations that are sometimes considered seperate species.

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I am found in North America, Asia, and Europe, and am found in open habitats.

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I am one of the most widespread North American sparrows, usually found in weedy or brushy habitat.

10.
Amphispiza bilineata, if that helps.  How about my Spanish name, Zacatonero garganta negra??

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This species is found throughout much of North America, with up to 17 recognized sub-species.

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My pink bill, long tail, and rufous and gray head pattern are diagnostic.

13.
This species, Melospiza georgiana, is found in the eastern 2/3rds of the United States,

14.
Unlike some of my fellow Ammodramus genus species, I have fine purplish streaks on my nape.

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I am primarily found on barren or nearly barren ground, including overgrazed pastures, sparse grassland, or fallow agricultural fields.

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I breed throughout much of Canada and the Western United States, but am only a migrant through South Dakota.

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I am a common summer breeder throughout much of the United States and Canada

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My normal summer breeding range is relatively small, primarily in the upper Midwest and surrounding states.

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We're getting towards the end, and sparrows can be tough!  Here's an easier one for you!

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This species can be confused with other Spizella genus sparrows, particularly in fall immature birds