Harris's sparrow
Zonotrichia querula
Harris's sparrow (Zonotrichia querula) is a large sparrow.
About the Harris's sparrow
Harris's sparrow (Zonotrichia querula) is a large sparrow. Their breeding habitat is the north part of central Canada (primarily the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, ranging slightly into northern Manitoba and Saskatchewan), making it Canada's only endemic breeding bird. In the winter they migrate to the Great Plains states of the United States, from southern South Dakota to central Texas. The common name of this species commemorates the American amateur ornithologist Edward Harris (1799–1863).
Fun Facts About Harris's sparrow
- Their breeding habitat is the north part of central Canada (primarily the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, ranging slightly into northern Manitoba and Saskatchewan), making it Canada's only endemic breeding bird.
- The common name of this species commemorates the American amateur ornithologist Edward Harris (1799–1863).
Conservation Status
The Harris's sparrow is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. This species faces threats that could impact its population if conservation measures are not maintained.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | passerines |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Zonotrichia |
| Species | Zonotrichia querula |
Range & Habitat
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