Plain-backed Sparrow
Passer flaveolus
The Plain-backed Sparrow (Passer flaveolus) is a uncommon snowfinches and old world sparrow found in 6 countries, weighing about 19 g. The plain-backed sparrow, also called the Pegu sparrow or olive-backed sparrow, is a sparrow found in Southeast Asia.
About the Plain-backed Sparrow
The plain-backed sparrow, also called the Pegu sparrow or olive-backed sparrow, is a sparrow found in Southeast Asia. Its range spans from Myanmar to central Vietnam, and south to the western part of Peninsular Malaysia.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Plain-backed Sparrow can be seen all year round, with peak activity in February. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Plain-backed Sparrow look like?
- The plain-backed sparrow, also called the Pegu sparrow or olive-backed sparrow, is a sparrow found in Southeast Asia.
- How big is a Plain-backed Sparrow?
- The Plain-backed Sparrow is a small sized bird weighing about 19 g.
- Where can you see a Plain-backed Sparrow?
- The Plain-backed Sparrow occurs in 6 countries, including Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar (Burma), Vietnam and Laos.
- What birds look similar to a Plain-backed Sparrow?
- The Plain-backed Sparrow is most easily confused with the Kenya Sparrow, the Great Sparrow and the Russet Sparrow.
- Is the Plain-backed Sparrow endangered?
- The Plain-backed Sparrow is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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