About the Timor Sparrow
The Timor sparrow, also known as Timor dusky sparrow, is a small passerine bird. The bird inhabits the grasslands and lowlands of the Timor archipelago with its distribution typically sparse. Its diet consists mainly of rice and seeds and is considered a rice pest in Timor-Leste.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Padda fuscata |
| Species Codes | timspa4, TISP |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Timor Sparrow belong to?
The Timor Sparrow (Padda fuscata) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Timor Sparrow?
The Timor Sparrow is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Timor Sparrow?
The Timor sparrow, also known as Timor dusky sparrow, is a small passerine bird. The bird inhabits the grasslands and lowlands of the Timor archipelago with its distribution typically sparse. Its diet consists mainly of rice and seeds and is considered a rice pest in Timor-Leste....
Where can I report a Timor Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Timor Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code timspa4, or on iNaturalist.
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