About the Black-faced Canary
The Black-faced Canary (Crithagra capistrata) 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 blfcan1 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 capistrata |
| Species Codes | blfcan1, BFCA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-faced Canary belong to?
The Black-faced Canary (Crithagra capistrata) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-faced Canary?
The Black-faced Canary 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 Black-faced Canary sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-faced Canary on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blfcan1, or on iNaturalist.