About the Zapata Sparrow
The Zapata sparrow is a medium-sized grey and yellow bird that lives in the grasslands of the Zapata Swamp and elsewhere on the island of Cuba. Measuring about 16.5 centimetres (6.5 in) in length, it is grey and yellow overall with a dark reddish-brown crown and olive-grey upperparts.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) |
| Species | Torreornis inexpectata |
| Species Codes | zapspa1, ZASP |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Zapata Sparrow belong to?
The Zapata Sparrow (Torreornis inexpectata) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Zapata Sparrow?
The Zapata Sparrow is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Zapata Sparrow?
The Zapata sparrow is a medium-sized grey and yellow bird that lives in the grasslands of the Zapata Swamp and elsewhere on the island of Cuba. Measuring about 16.5 centimetres (6.5 in) in length, it is grey and yellow overall with a dark reddish-brown crown and olive-grey upperparts....
Where can I report a Zapata Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Zapata Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code zapspa1, or on iNaturalist.
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