About the Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow
The Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow (Melozone kieneri) 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 rcgspa1 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 kieneri |
| Species Codes | rcgspa1, RCGS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow belong to?
The Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow (Melozone kieneri) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow?
The Rusty-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 Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Rusty-crowned Ground-Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rcgspa1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in New World Sparrows 138 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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