🌿Native Nature

Rock Sparrow

Petronia petronia

Taxonomy

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

About

The rock sparrow (Petronia petronia) is a small passerine bird. This sparrow breeds on barren rocky hills from the Iberian peninsula and western north Africa across southern Europe and through central Asia. It is largely resident in the west of its range, but Asian birds migrate to more southerly areas, or move down the mountains. Petronia is a local name for the rock sparrow from the Bologna area of Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions

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