About the Rock Sparrow
The Rock Sparrow (Petronia petronia) 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 rocpet1 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 | Petronia petronia |
| Species Codes | rocpet1, ROSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rock Sparrow belong to?
The Rock Sparrow (Petronia petronia) belongs to the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rock Sparrow?
The Rock 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 Rock Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Rock Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rocpet1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Sparrows 43 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
43
Species in Family
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