About the African Citril
The African Citril (Crithagra citrinelloides) is a species of bird in the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 236 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afrcit1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Crithagra citrinelloides |
| Species Codes | afrcit1, ABCI, AFCI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Citril belong to?
The African Citril (Crithagra citrinelloides) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the African Citril?
The African Citril is a member of the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Citril sighting?
You can log sightings of African Citril on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrcit1, or on iNaturalist.