Black-throated Sparrow

Scientific Name: Amphispiza Bilineata

Population Estimate: 30M

Range / Habitat: Amphispiza bilineata is a small American sparrow primarily found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. This name usually refers to the Desert Sparrow of Africa and Asia.

Field Notes: Adults unmistakable. They are pale gray above, with a distinctive black and white head pattern.Immature are similar but lacks a black throat. Its call is high and bell-like, and its song is a fairly simple, mechanical tinkling.

Personal Notes: Richard took the unbelievable top photo in Joshua Tree NP. Kristen happened across the love birds in the bottom photo in Arches NP.