About the Five-striped Sparrow
The Five-striped Sparrow (Amphispizopsis quinquestriata) 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 fisspa 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 | Amphispizopsis quinquestriata |
| Species Codes | fisspa, FSSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Five-striped Sparrow belong to?
The Five-striped Sparrow (Amphispizopsis quinquestriata) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Five-striped Sparrow?
The Five-striped 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 Five-striped Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Five-striped Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code fisspa, or on iNaturalist.