About the Blanford's Snowfinch
The Blanford's Snowfinch (Pyrgilauda blanfordi) is a species of bird in the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 43 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blasno1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Sparrows (Passeridae) |
| Species | Pyrgilauda blanfordi |
| Species Codes | blasno1, PBSN, BLSN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blanford's Snowfinch belong to?
The Blanford's Snowfinch (Pyrgilauda blanfordi) belongs to the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Blanford's Snowfinch?
The Blanford's Snowfinch is a member of the Old World Sparrows family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blanford's Snowfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Blanford's Snowfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blasno1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Sparrows 43 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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