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Birds

Russet
Sparrow

Least Concern

Stable

Russet Sparrow

Passer cinnamomeus

Its plumage is mainly warm rufous above and grey below. It exhibits sexual dimorphism, with the plumage of both sexes patterned similarly to that of the corresponding sex of House Sparrow. This sparrow feeds mainly on the seeds of herbs and grains, but it also eats berries and insects, particularly during the breeding season.

Cinnamon Sparrow, Cinnamon Tree Sparrow

Regional Names
  • Hindi:
    लाल गौरेय
  • Nepali:
    कैलो भँगेरा
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Taxanomy

PASSERIFORMES
PASSERIDAE
Passer cinnamomeus

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