About the Scottish Crossbill
The Scottish Crossbill (Loxia scotica) 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 scocro1 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 | Loxia scotica |
| Species Codes | scocro1, SCCR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scottish Crossbill belong to?
The Scottish Crossbill (Loxia scotica) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Scottish Crossbill?
The Scottish Crossbill 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 Scottish Crossbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Scottish Crossbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scocro1, or on iNaturalist.