About the Black-faced Brushfinch
The Black-faced Brushfinch (Atlapetes melanolaemus) is a species of bird in the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 138 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bkfbrf1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) |
| Species | Atlapetes melanolaemus |
| Species Codes | bkfbrf1, GEBR, BFBR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-faced Brushfinch belong to?
The Black-faced Brushfinch (Atlapetes melanolaemus) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-faced Brushfinch?
The Black-faced Brushfinch is a member of the New World Sparrows family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-faced Brushfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-faced Brushfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkfbrf1, or on iNaturalist.