Distribution and Habitat
The Iago Sparrow is endemic to the Cape Verde Islands. It is common on most islands, excluding Fogo (from which it is absent) and Santa Luzia, Branco and Sal (on which it is scarce). It can be found in a variety of habitats, including flat lava plains, cliffs, gorges, and edges of farmland, at altitudes of up to 1,200 metres (3,900 ft). It has also been seen in urban areas and gardens on islands, where it occurs alongside the House Sparrow, but not the Spanish Sparrow. In agricultural areas the bird may do some damage to crops, mostly by eating buds and shoots. The Iago Sparrow is highly common in its limited range, though its exact population is not known. Though it may be at risk to unpredicted changes in its environment, due to its limited range, it is assessed as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
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