About the Canary Islands Chaffinch
The Canary Islands Chaffinch (Fringilla canariensis) 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 caicha1 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 | Fringilla canariensis |
| Species Codes | caicha1, CICH, COCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Canary Islands Chaffinch belong to?
The Canary Islands Chaffinch (Fringilla canariensis) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Canary Islands Chaffinch?
The Canary Islands Chaffinch 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 Canary Islands Chaffinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Canary Islands Chaffinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code caicha1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Finches, Euphonias, and Allies 236 species
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