About the Lesser Goldfinch
The lesser goldfinch is a small finch in the genus Spinus native to the Americas.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Spinus psaltria |
| Species Codes | lesgol, LEGO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Goldfinch belong to?
The Lesser Goldfinch (Spinus psaltria) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Goldfinch?
The lesser goldfinch is a small finch in the genus Spinus native to the Americas....
Where can I report a Lesser Goldfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Goldfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lesgol, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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Species in Family
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