Zonotrichia atricapilla
Zonotrichia atricapilla
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="zonotrichia-atricapilla"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Zonotrichia atricapilla (golden-crowned sparrow) is a large sparrow that breeds in subarctic tundra and boreal scrub of western North America and winters in Pacific coastal areas. Its golden crown patch and melodic three-note song make it unmistakable in winter flocks.
Diet & Feeding
Zonotrichia atricapilla was a meat-eating predator. Carnivorous dinosaurs were active hunters or scavengers, equipped with sharp teeth and claws for catching and consuming prey. They occupied the top of the food chain in their ecosystems.
Discovery & Naming
| Discovery Location | United States |
Quick Facts
| Diet | Carnivore |
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