The Black-chinned Sparrow is a small, slender bird with a distinctive black chin and streaked brown back. A memorable fact is its preference for arid habitats, where it blends in with the surroundings.
Habitat
Prefers dry grasslands and shrublands in the southwestern United States.
Diet
Feeds on seeds and insects.
How common
Very rare
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