About the Yellow-shouldered Grassquit
The Yellow-shouldered Grassquit (Loxipasser anoxanthus) 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 yesgra1 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 | Loxipasser anoxanthus |
| Species Codes | yesgra1, YSGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-shouldered Grassquit belong to?
The Yellow-shouldered Grassquit (Loxipasser anoxanthus) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-shouldered Grassquit?
The Yellow-shouldered Grassquit 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 Yellow-shouldered Grassquit sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-shouldered Grassquit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yesgra1, or on iNaturalist.