Black-throated Sparrow

Amphispiza bilineata (Cassin, 1850)

Black-throated Sparrow Amphispiza bilineata is a passerine of the New World sparrows that breeds across western North America and into Mexico. It was first described by Cassin in 1850. Its key field mark is the black throat set against a pale face, with the sexes showing the same plumage. The species occupies dry, open country with scattered shrubs and small trees, including scrub, thorn bush, alluvial fans, canyons and badlands. It also turns up in grassy or weedy fields during passage and in winter. The northern populations are partial migrants, while the remaining subspecies stay in place throughout the year.

Order

Passeriformes

Family

Passerellidae — New World Sparrows

Breeding range

North America, Middle America: w USA to c Mexico