About the Yellow-throated Sparrow
The yellow-throated sparrow or chestnut-shouldered petronia is a species of sparrow found in southern Asia. It is a species mostly of the dry savannah. They forage on the ground for grain and for berries in bushes. They are often seen perched atop bare branches on trees while calling.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Sparrows (Passeridae) |
| Species | Gymnoris xanthocollis |
| Species Codes | chspet1, YTSP, CSBS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-throated Sparrow belong to?
The Yellow-throated Sparrow (Gymnoris xanthocollis) belongs to the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-throated Sparrow?
The yellow-throated sparrow or chestnut-shouldered petronia is a species of sparrow found in southern Asia. It is a species mostly of the dry savannah. They forage on the ground for grain and for berries in bushes. They are often seen perched atop bare branches on trees while calling....
Where can I report a Yellow-throated Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-throated Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chspet1, or on iNaturalist.
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