About the Pere David's Snowfinch
The Pere David's Snowfinch (Pyrgilauda davidiana) 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 pedsno1 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 | Pyrgilauda davidiana |
| Species Codes | pedsno1, PDSN, SMSN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pere David's Snowfinch belong to?
The Pere David's Snowfinch (Pyrgilauda davidiana) belongs to the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Pere David's Snowfinch?
The Pere David's Snowfinch 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 Pere David's Snowfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Pere David's Snowfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pedsno1, or on iNaturalist.
