About the Shelley's Rufous Sparrow
The Shelley's Rufous Sparrow (Passer shelleyi) 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 shrspa1 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 shelleyi |
| Species Codes | shrspa1, SHSP, WNSP, SRSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Shelley's Rufous Sparrow belong to?
The Shelley's Rufous Sparrow (Passer shelleyi) belongs to the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Shelley's Rufous Sparrow?
The Shelley's 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 Shelley's Rufous Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Shelley's Rufous Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shrspa1, or on iNaturalist.