About the Puerto Rican Bullfinch
The Puerto Rican Bullfinch (Melopyrrha portoricensis) 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 purbul1 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 | Melopyrrha portoricensis |
| Species Codes | purbul1, PRBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Puerto Rican Bullfinch belong to?
The Puerto Rican Bullfinch (Melopyrrha portoricensis) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Puerto Rican Bullfinch?
The Puerto Rican Bullfinch 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 Puerto Rican Bullfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Puerto Rican Bullfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code purbul1, or on iNaturalist.