Sierra Madre Sparrow
Xenospiza baileyi
The Sierra Madre Sparrow (Xenospiza baileyi) is a rare new world sparrow found only in Mexico, weighing about 17 g. The Sierra Madre sparrow, also known as Bailey's sparrow, is an endangered, range-restricted, enigmatic American sparrow.
About the Sierra Madre Sparrow
The Sierra Madre sparrow, also known as Bailey's sparrow, is an endangered, range-restricted, enigmatic American sparrow. It is endemic to Mexico and is threatened with extinction through habitat loss.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, December, with peak activity in July. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Sierra Madre Sparrow look like?
- The Sierra Madre sparrow, also known as Bailey's sparrow, is an endangered, range-restricted, enigmatic American sparrow.
- How big is a Sierra Madre Sparrow?
- The Sierra Madre Sparrow is a small sized bird weighing about 17 g.
- Where can you see a Sierra Madre Sparrow?
- The Sierra Madre Sparrow is endemic to Mexico, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Sierra Madre Sparrow?
- The Sierra Madre Sparrow is most easily confused with the Cinnamon-tailed Sparrow, the Oaxaca Sparrow and the White-headed Brushfinch.
- Is the Sierra Madre Sparrow endangered?
- The Sierra Madre Sparrow is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
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