About the Gray-crowned Ground-Sparrow
The Gray-crowned Ground-Sparrow (Melozone occipitalis) 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 whegrs1 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 | Melozone occipitalis |
| Species Codes | whegrs1, WEGS, GCGS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray-crowned Ground-Sparrow belong to?
The Gray-crowned Ground-Sparrow (Melozone occipitalis) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gray-crowned Ground-Sparrow?
The Gray-crowned Ground-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 Gray-crowned Ground-Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray-crowned Ground-Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whegrs1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in New World Sparrows 138 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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