About the Black-faced Grassquit
The Black-faced Grassquit (Melanospiza bicolor) is a species of bird in the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 389 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bkfgra when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Melanospiza bicolor |
| Species Codes | bkfgra, BFGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-faced Grassquit belong to?
The Black-faced Grassquit (Melanospiza bicolor) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-faced Grassquit?
The Black-faced Grassquit is a member of the Tanagers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-faced Grassquit sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-faced Grassquit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkfgra, or on iNaturalist.