About the Saffron Siskin
The saffron siskin is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae. It is found in Ecuador and Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, and urban areas. It is threatened by habitat destruction and the IUCN has assessed it as being a "least concern species".
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Spinus siemiradzkii |
| Species Codes | safsis1, SASI |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Saffron Siskin belong to?
The Saffron Siskin (Spinus siemiradzkii) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Saffron Siskin?
The Saffron Siskin is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Saffron Siskin?
The saffron siskin is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae. It is found in Ecuador and Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, and urban areas. It is threatened by habitat destruction and the IUCN has assessed it as being a ...
Where can I report a Saffron Siskin sighting?
You can log sightings of Saffron Siskin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code safsis1, or on iNaturalist.
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