About the Parrot-billed Sparrow
The parrot-billed sparrow is found in the arid lowlands of eastern Africa. At 18 centimetres (7.1 in) and 42 grams (1.5 oz), it is the largest of the sparrows of the family Passeridae. It is often considered a subspecies of the grey-headed sparrow.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Sparrows (Passeridae) |
| Species | Passer gongonensis |
| Species Codes | pabspa1, PBSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Parrot-billed Sparrow belong to?
The Parrot-billed Sparrow (Passer gongonensis) belongs to the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Parrot-billed Sparrow?
The parrot-billed sparrow is found in the arid lowlands of eastern Africa. At 18 centimetres (7.1 in) and 42 grams (1.5 oz), it is the largest of the sparrows of the family Passeridae. It is often considered a subspecies of the grey-headed sparrow....
Where can I report a Parrot-billed Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Parrot-billed Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pabspa1, or on iNaturalist.
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