Gray-headed Sparrow

Grey-headed Sparrow, © Michael Plagens

Common to abundant gray-brown bird of gardens, farms and old fields. Noisy. Conical bill for seed eating.

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House Sparrow ♂

House Sparrow © Michael Plagens

Female lacks the black throat patch of the male and is paler overall. Closely associated with urban habitats.

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Rufous Sparrow ♂

Rufous Sparrow, © Michael Plagens

Swatch of reddish brown on side of face, gray head, black throat patch. Small, common, seed eater in highland area gardens.

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Rufous Sparrow ♀

Rufous Sparrow, © Michael Plagens

Female is much duller than the previous male. Small, common, seed eater in highland area gardens.

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Kenya Natural History

Copyright Michael J. Plagens, page created 30 April 2016.

By no means am I an expert on the Natural History of Kenya because I am new to exploring this part of the World. By creating a page for the species as I learn them, I am teaching myself, sharing with others. If you find an error or appreciate my efforts please send me a message.