About the Marañon Sparrow
The Marañon Sparrow (Arremon nigriceps) is a species of bird in the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 138 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bkcspa2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) |
| Species | Arremon nigriceps |
| Species Codes | bkcspa2, MASP |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Marañon Sparrow belong to?
The Marañon Sparrow (Arremon nigriceps) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Marañon Sparrow?
The Marañon Sparrow is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Marañon Sparrow?
The Marañon Sparrow is a member of the New World Sparrows family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Marañon Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Marañon Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkcspa2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in New World Sparrows 138 species
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