Desert Sparrow
Passer simplex
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Passeridae
About
The desert sparrow is a species of bird in the sparrow family Passeridae, found in the Sahara Desert of northern Africa. A similar bird, Zarudny's sparrow, is found in Central Asia and was historically recognised as a subspecies of the desert sparrow, but varies in a number of ways and is now recognised as a separate species by BirdLife International, the IOC World Bird List, and the Handbook of the Birds of the World Alive.
Fun Fact
This species is becoming scarcer as a result of habitat destruction, but it is assessed on the IUCN Red List as being of least concern for conservation.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the Sahara Desert of northern Africa.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance