House Sparrow

Passer domesticus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Passeriformes Family: Passeridae Genus: Passer

About

The house sparrow (Passer domesticus) is a bird of the sparrow family Passeridae, found in most parts of the world. A small bird, it has a typical length of 16 cm (6.3 in) and a mass of 24–39.5 g (0.85–1.39 oz). Females and young birds are coloured pale brown and grey, and males have brighter black, white, and brown markings. One of about 25 species in the genus Passer, the house sparrow is native to most of Europe, the Mediterranean Basin,...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of House Sparrow?
The scientific name of House Sparrow is Passer domesticus.
What kingdom does House Sparrow belong to?
House Sparrow belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does House Sparrow belong to?
House Sparrow belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does House Sparrow belong to?
House Sparrow belongs to the class Aves.
What order does House Sparrow belong to?
House Sparrow belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does House Sparrow belong to?
House Sparrow belongs to the family Passeridae.
What genus does House Sparrow belong to?
House Sparrow belongs to the genus Passer.