About the Bachman's Sparrow
The Bachman's Sparrow (Peucaea aestivalis) 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 bacspa 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 | Peucaea aestivalis |
| Species Codes | bacspa, BACS, BASP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bachman's Sparrow belong to?
The Bachman's Sparrow (Peucaea aestivalis) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Bachman's Sparrow?
The Bachman's 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 Bachman's Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Bachman's Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bacspa, or on iNaturalist.