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Mahogany Sparrow

Spizella domesticus

About this species

The Mahogany Sparrow (Passerellidae) is widely distributed across North America, where it favours grassland environments and plays a key role in its ecosystem.

The Mahogany Sparrow is part of the order Passeriformes and the Passerellidae family. Its preferred habitat is grassland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Near Threatened, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.

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