Savannah Sparrows are small, streaked brown sparrows that are widespread across North America and occur in Arizona mainly during migration and winter. They favor open habitats such as grasslands, agricultural fields, prairies, and desert valleys where low vegetation provides both cover and foraging opportunities. In Arizona, they can be found from fall through spring, especially in the southern valleys and along riparian corridors. These birds are identified by their finely streaked breast, short notched tail, and a pale median crown stripe; many individuals also show a small yellow patch in front of the eye. Savannah Sparrows are ground foragers, feeding on seeds and insects.
