About the Great Rufous Sparrow
The Great Rufous Sparrow (Passer motitensis) is a species of bird in the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 43 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code grrspa1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Sparrows (Passeridae) |
| Species | Passer motitensis |
| Species Codes | grrspa1, GRSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Rufous Sparrow belong to?
The Great Rufous Sparrow (Passer motitensis) belongs to the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Great Rufous Sparrow?
The Great Rufous Sparrow is a member of the Old World Sparrows family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Great Rufous Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Rufous Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grrspa1, or on iNaturalist.