About the Island Canary
The Island Canary (Serinus canaria) 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 comcan 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 | Serinus canaria |
| Species Codes | comcan, ISCA, ATCA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Island Canary belong to?
The Island Canary (Serinus canaria) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Island Canary?
The Island 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 Island Canary sighting?
You can log sightings of Island Canary on eBird (ebird.org) using species code comcan, or on iNaturalist.