Tree sparrow  (Passer montanus)

Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.

Authentication

Information authenticated by the RSPB:
http://www.rspb.org.uk/

Glossary

  • Agri-environment schemes: these schemes allow the government to compensate farmers for using methods that benefit the environment. The two main initiatives in the UK are the Countryside Stewardship Scheme and Environmentally Sensitive Areas. Since October 2000 these have formed part of the England Rural Development Programme (EDRP), administered by DEFRA, the Department of Environment Food and Rural Affairs. For more on these initiatives see: http://www.defra.gov.uk/erdp/erdphome.htm

References

  1. UNEP-WCMC (November 2001) http://quin.unep-wcmc.org/
  2. RSPB (November 2001) http://www.rspb.org.uk
  3. UK Biodiversity (November 2001) http://www.ukbap.org.uk/
  4. Greenoak, F. (1997) British birds, their folklore, names and literature. Christopher Helm A&C Black, London.
  5. Peterson, R.T., Mountfort, G., Hollom. (1993) Collins Field Guide. Birds of Britain and Europe. Harper Collins, London.
  6. Tree sparrow- RSPB (March 2003) http://www.rspb.org.uk/farming/advice/birdsonfarms/tree_sparrow.asp?ComponentID=24190&SourcePageID=22900#1
  7. UK Biodiversity (November 2001) http://www.ukbap.org.uk/
left