Southern Grey-headed Sparrow
Passer diffusus
Points
10
per confirmed sighting
BirdConservation status: Least ConcernCommon to spot
birds • Passeridae
Southern Grey-headed Sparrow.
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Passer diffusus
Category
birds
Family
Passeridae
Size
Body mass: approximately 24.2 g (EltonTraits).
Points
10 pts
A closer look
Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding southern grey-headed sparrow in its natural range.
Overview
How to identify it
Habitat
EltonTraits foraging-strata profile: ground foraging 100%.
Diet
EltonTraits diet profile: seeds 30%; invertebrates 30%; other plant material 20%; nectar 10%; fruit 10%.
Behaviour
When to look
Not classified as primarily nocturnal in EltonTraits.
Where to see it
South Africa
Namibia
Zimbabwe
Zambia
Mozambique
Malawi
AngolaSafety and etiquette
Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.
Verification and sources
1500 verified species across ten Southern African countries. Spotted an error? Tell us through community guidelines.