Grasshopper Sparrow, Ammodramus savannarum
A species of grasslands, the Grasshopper Sparrow, Ammodramus savannarum, has declined like many grassland species due to habitat losses, and early cutting of grass for hay.
It gets its name from it insect like buzz of a song. Once you learn its song, it can be easy to locate in breeding season as it likes to sing from an exposed perch.
Grasshopper Sparrow, Ammodramus savannarum
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