About the Blue-crowned Chlorophonia
The Blue-crowned Chlorophonia (Chlorophonia occipitalis) 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 blcchl1 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 | Chlorophonia occipitalis |
| Species Codes | blcchl1, BCRC, BCCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-crowned Chlorophonia belong to?
The Blue-crowned Chlorophonia (Chlorophonia occipitalis) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Blue-crowned Chlorophonia?
The Blue-crowned Chlorophonia 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 Blue-crowned Chlorophonia sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-crowned Chlorophonia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blcchl1, or on iNaturalist.