About the Italian Sparrow
The Italian Sparrow (Passer italiae) 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 itaspa1 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 italiae |
| Species Codes | itaspa1, ITSP |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Italian Sparrow belong to?
The Italian Sparrow (Passer italiae) belongs to the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Italian Sparrow?
The Italian Sparrow is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Italian Sparrow?
The Italian 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 Italian Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Italian Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code itaspa1, or on iNaturalist.