About the Lesson's Seedeater
The Lesson's Seedeater (Sporophila bouvronides) is a species of bird in the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 389 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code lessee2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Sporophila bouvronides |
| Species Codes | lessee2, LESE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesson's Seedeater belong to?
The Lesson's Seedeater (Sporophila bouvronides) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Lesson's Seedeater?
The Lesson's Seedeater is a member of the Tanagers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Lesson's Seedeater sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesson's Seedeater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lessee2, or on iNaturalist.
