About the Protea Canary
The Protea Canary (Crithagra leucoptera) 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 procan1 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 | Crithagra leucoptera |
| Species Codes | procan1, PRCA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Protea Canary belong to?
The Protea Canary (Crithagra leucoptera) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Protea Canary?
The Protea 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 Protea Canary sighting?
You can log sightings of Protea Canary on eBird (ebird.org) using species code procan1, or on iNaturalist.