Northern Grey-headed Sparrow
Passer griseus
The Northern Grey-headed Sparrow (Passer griseus) is a uncommon snowfinches and old world sparrow found in 41 countries, weighing about 28 g. The northern grey-headed sparrow, also known as the grey-headed sparrow, is a species of bird in the sparrow family Passeridae, which is resident in much of tropical Africa.
About the Northern Grey-headed Sparrow
The northern grey-headed sparrow, also known as the grey-headed sparrow, is a species of bird in the sparrow family Passeridae, which is resident in much of tropical Africa. It occurs in a wide range of open habitats, including open woodlands and human habitation, often occupying the same niche as the house sparrow does in Eurasia.
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What the Northern Grey-headed Sparrow sounds like
Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in South Africa, Somalia.
When to see it
The Northern Grey-headed Sparrow can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Northern Grey-headed Sparrow look like?
- The northern grey-headed sparrow, also known as the grey-headed sparrow, is a species of bird in the sparrow family Passeridae, which is resident in much of tropical Africa.
- How big is a Northern Grey-headed Sparrow?
- The Northern Grey-headed Sparrow is a small sized bird weighing about 28 g.
- Where can you see a Northern Grey-headed Sparrow?
- The Northern Grey-headed Sparrow occurs in 41 countries, including Uganda, Nigeria, Tanzania, Ghana and Rwanda.
- What does a Northern Grey-headed Sparrow sound like?
- You can listen to a field recording of the Northern Grey-headed Sparrow on this page, contributed to xeno-canto under open licences.
- What birds look similar to a Northern Grey-headed Sparrow?
- The Northern Grey-headed Sparrow is most easily confused with the Italian Sparrow, the Russet Sparrow and the Plain-backed Sparrow.
- Is the Northern Grey-headed Sparrow endangered?
- The Northern Grey-headed Sparrow is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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