About the American Tree Sparrow
The American tree sparrow, also known as the winter sparrow, is a medium-sized New World sparrow. It breeds in Alaska and Northern Canada and winters in Southern Canada and the Contiguous United States. It is the only member of the genus Spizelloides.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) |
| Species | Spizelloides arborea |
| Species Codes | amtspa, ATSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the American Tree Sparrow belong to?
The American Tree Sparrow (Spizelloides arborea) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the American Tree Sparrow?
The American tree sparrow, also known as the winter sparrow, is a medium-sized New World sparrow. It breeds in Alaska and Northern Canada and winters in Southern Canada and the Contiguous United States. It is the only member of the genus Spizelloides....
Where can I report a American Tree Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of American Tree Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code amtspa, or on iNaturalist.
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