Saltmarsh Sparrow

New World Sparrows 👁 368 views Updated 2026-11-01

Saltmarsh Sparrow (<em>Ammospiza caudacuta</em>) is a species of New World Sparrows (<em>Passerellidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Saltmarsh Sparrow (Ammospiza caudacuta) is a species of New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Ammospiza; binomial: Ammospiza caudacuta; authority: (Gmelin, JF, 1788).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Nearctic. Non-breeding range: se USA.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Move from Ammodramus to Ammospiza (Klicka et al. 2014; NACC 2019-B-9). Note gender.

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