General Description: Lincoln's Sparrow (Melospiza lincolnii) are sexually monomorphic songbirds. The most consistent characteristic is the tan gular stripe and striped breast. The sides of the head and nape are gray, the crown has two reddish stripes separated by gray, and the breast ususally has a buffy wash over the fine stripes.

Favored Habitat: Wet places with brushy cover.

Where to Find: Not common, but watch for them in wet places with brush such as Corn Creek, the Henderson BVP, Floyd Lamb park, and Willow Springs at Red Rock Canyon NCA.