Saxaul Sparrow

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. The Saxaul Sparrow (Passer ammodendri) is a passerine bird of the sparrow family Passeridae, found in parts of Central Asia. At 14-16 cm (5¿-6¿ in) and 25-27 grams (0.88-0.95 oz), it is among the larger sparrows. Both sexes have plumage ranging from dull grey to sandy brown, and pale brown legs. Females have less boldly coloured plumage and bills, lacking the pattern of black stripes on the male's head. The head markings of both sexes make the Saxaul Sparrow distinctive, and unlikely to be confused with any other bird. Vocalisations are little reported, with a comparatively soft and musical chirping call, a song, and a flight call known.