Saxaul Sparrow
Photo: Francesco Veronesi from Italy · CC BY-SA 2.0

Snowfinches and Old World Sparrows

Saxaul Sparrow

Passer ammodendri

LCLeast Concern
Family
Snowfinches and Old World Sparrows (Passeridae)
Order
Passeriformes

Overview

The saxaul sparrow (Passer ammodendri) is a passerine bird of the sparrow family (Passeridae), found in parts of Central Asia. At 14–16 centimetres (5.5–6.3 in) and 25–32 grams (0.88–1.13 oz), it is among the larger range of sparrows. Both sexes have plumage ranging from dull grey to sandy brown, and pale brown legs. Females have less boldly coloured plumage and bills, lacking the pattern of black stripes on the male's head.

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Sources and further reading

Last updated September 29, 2026.