About the White-faced Ground-Sparrow
The White-faced Ground-Sparrow (Melozone biarcuata) 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 pregrs1 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 biarcuata |
| Species Codes | pregrs1, WFGS, PGSP, PRGS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-faced Ground-Sparrow belong to?
The White-faced Ground-Sparrow (Melozone biarcuata) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-faced Ground-Sparrow?
The White-faced 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 White-faced Ground-Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of White-faced Ground-Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pregrs1, or on iNaturalist.