About the Morelet's Seedeater
The Morelet's Seedeater (Sporophila morelleti) 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 whcsee1 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 morelleti |
| Species Codes | whcsee1, MOSE, WCSE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Morelet's Seedeater belong to?
The Morelet's Seedeater (Sporophila morelleti) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Morelet's Seedeater?
The Morelet'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 Morelet's Seedeater sighting?
You can log sightings of Morelet's Seedeater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whcsee1, or on iNaturalist.