The Olive Sparrow is a small, secretive bird with an olive-brown body and a distinctive rufous crown. They are often heard more than seen, as they prefer dense underbrush.
Habitat
Shrubby areas and thickets.
Diet
Seeds and insects.
How common
Uncommon
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