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Spizella

Spizella

9.9
A group of small North American sparrows like the chipping sparrow
  • noun
  • /spɪˈzɛlə/
  • Specialized
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  • The Spizella genus includes several familiar backyard birds, such as the chipping sparrow.

Examples

  • Because Spizella sparrows often look alike, careful observation is needed for accurate identification.

  • Scientists examined the habitat preferences of three Spizella species in different regions.

  • The Spizella is known for its cheerful song.

  • I saw a Spizella hopping on the ground yesterday.

  • The Spizella genus includes various small sparrows that are commonly found in North America.

  • Researchers studied the behavior of Spizella sparrows in their natural habitats.

  • Birdwatchers often try to identify different Spizella species based on their distinctive markings.

Synonyms

genus Spizella
vsSpizella
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small American sparrows like the chipping sparrow

refers to a group of North American sparrows excluding the tree sparrow

Compounds

genus Spizella
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small American sparrows like the chipping sparrow

Spizella arborea
  • Specialized
9.9

A small brown bird often seen in winter that is called the American tree sparrow

Spizella passerina
  • Specialized
9.6

A small North American bird often seen in towns and gardens

Spizella pusilla
  • Specialized
9.9

A small North American sparrow with a pink bill and clear musical song that lives in open fields

Surface Forms

Spizella singular
Spizellas plural

Etymology

Spizella comes from the Greek root spiza meaning 'finch' and the ending -ella meaning 'small', so it literally means 'little finch'. That's why Spizella is the name for a group of small sparrows, like the chipping sparrow and field sparrow you might see in North American yards.