- White-crowned Sparrow (Zonotrichia leucophrys)White-crowned Sparrows live in brushy areas such as chaparral, forest edges, and scrub. Their diet consists of insects, seeds and berries. They weigh 0.9-1 oz. and have a wingspan of 8.3-9.4 in. White-crowned Sparrows sing a series of whistles that end with buzzes or trills. They are protected on the US Migratory Bird list.Photo Credits: Kelly Colgan Azar
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