About the LeConte's Sparrow
LeConte's sparrow, also known as LeConte's bunting, is one of the smallest New World sparrow species in North America.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) |
| Species | Ammospiza leconteii |
| Species Codes | lecspa, LCSP, LESP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the LeConte's Sparrow belong to?
The LeConte's Sparrow (Ammospiza leconteii) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the LeConte's Sparrow?
LeConte's sparrow, also known as LeConte's bunting, is one of the smallest New World sparrow species in North America....
Where can I report a LeConte's Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of LeConte's Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lecspa, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in New World Sparrows 138 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
138
Species in Family
1,926
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