Fox Sparrow (IMAGE)

University of California - Davis

Fox Sparrow

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The fox sparrow is a common species seen during the winter in the Central Valley. A UC Davis study found bird diversity in the area was actually higher in the winter than in summer, highlighting the importance of protecting habitat for birds year-round.

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Andrew Engilis/UC Davis

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