Lincoln's Sparrow
Lincoln's Sparrow Information
Lincoln's Sparrow
Facts about the habitat, diet, feeding behavior, nesting, and migration of this bird. Includes photos, range map and sounds. (From Audubon Field Guide)
Lincoln's Sparrow
Description, habitat, behavior, diet, and nesting. Includes photos and range map. (From BirdWeb)
Lincoln's Sparrow
Description, voice, habitat, behavior, reproduction, threats, and status. (From Oiseaux-birds.com)
Song and calls of the Lincoln's Sparrow
Identification tips for Lincoln's SparrowLincoln's Sparrow
By Kelly Azar [CC ND 2.0]
Breeding Bird Survey Map,
2011-2015
(Image credit: USGS)
Range in New England
In New England, the Lincoln's Sparrow breeds primarily in northern Maine, northeastern Vermont, and northern New Hampshire.
This bird is seen in migration throughout the region.
The Lincoln's Sparrow winters mainly in the southern United States, Mexico, and parts of Central America.
In New England, there have been rare winter sightings of this bird - mostly in the southern portion of the region and along the coast.
Winter Map from eBird
Sightings of the Lincoln's Sparrow
from Dec-Feb
over the past 10 years (2009-2019)
Christmas Bird Count Map
Historical CBC Map from USGS