About the Black-faced Grosbeak
The Black-faced Grosbeak (Caryothraustes poliogaster) is a species of bird in the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 52 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blfgro1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cardinals and Allies (Cardinalidae) |
| Species | Caryothraustes poliogaster |
| Species Codes | blfgro1, BFAG, BFGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-faced Grosbeak belong to?
The Black-faced Grosbeak (Caryothraustes poliogaster) belongs to the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-faced Grosbeak?
The Black-faced Grosbeak is a member of the Cardinals and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-faced Grosbeak sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-faced Grosbeak on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blfgro1, or on iNaturalist.