Olive Sparrow (Arremonops rufivirgatus) is in the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 2,507 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: seasonal. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Olive Sparrow: observations by month (U.S.)
About Olive Sparrow
The olive sparrow (Arremonops rufivirgatus) is a species of American sparrow in the family Emberizidae. (Other names include green finch and Texas sparrow.) Its range includes Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua and southern Texas (including the counties of Val Verde, Atascosa, and Nueces).From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Olive Sparrow by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2,507 | April | Nov–May |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related birds (New World Sparrows)
Song Sparrow
Dark-eyed Junco
White-crowned Sparrow
White-throated Sparrow
Chipping Sparrow
Savannah Sparrow
Spotted Towhee
California Towhee
Photography tips
- Use a fast shutter (1/2000 s or faster) for birds in flight.
- Focus on the eye and shoot at the bird's eye level.
- Approach slowly and stop if the bird changes behavior; never bait or flush birds.
- Morning activity peaks in the first two hours after sunrise.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Olive Sparrow?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from November to May.
Where is Olive Sparrow most often seen?
The most observations come from Texas.