Chaco Sparrow

New World Sparrows 👁 550 views Updated 2026-11-01

Chaco Sparrow (<em>Rhynchospiza strigiceps</em>) is a species of New World Sparrows (<em>Passerellidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Chaco Sparrow (Rhynchospiza strigiceps) is a species of New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Rhynchospiza; binomial: Rhynchospiza strigiceps; authority: (Gould, 1839).

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Treat as monotypic following split of Yungas Sparrow R. dabbenei. Change English name from Stripe-capped Sparrow to Chaco Sparrrow (Areta et al. 2019; SACC 842).

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