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The Song Sparrow is a widespread and familiar species in Canada, with a range that extends from the west coast to Newfoundland and Labrador. With at least 24 diagnosable subspecies, the Song Sparrow is one of the most polytypic species in North America (Arcese et al. 2002). Results from the Breeding Bird Survey indicate that populations have decreased moderately since about 1970. Much of the decrease occurred in the late 1970s, and the population has stabilised since then. Despite the long-term decrease, there are few current conservation concerns for this abundant, adaptable and widespread species. This species has been identified as a priority for conservation and/or stewardship in one or more Bird Conservation Region Strategies in Canada.
Local Song Sparrow populations are known to have been greatly reduced as a result of certain land management practices (e.g. grazing or other agricultural practices that reduce suitable habitat; Arcese et al. 2002). Forest logging and irrigation most often benefits the species (Arcese et al. 2002).
Environment and Climate Change Canada and partners have developed Bird Conservation Region Strategies in each of Canada’s Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs). In these strategies, selected species are identified as priorities for one or more of the following reasons:
Select any of the sub-regions below to view the BCR strategy for additional details.