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A Black-throated Sparrow (Amphispiza bilineata) rests on a branch of desert vegetation at Valley of Fires Recreation Area, New Mexico, USA. Known for its crisp black-and-white facial pattern and melodic song, this species thrives in arid habitats across the American Southwest. Adapted to survive with minimal water, it feeds mainly on seeds and insects. Protecting desert shrublands helps sustain the diverse birdlife that depends on these fragile ecosystems.