About the Yellow-shouldered Grosbeak
The Yellow-shouldered Grosbeak (Parkerthraustes humeralis) 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 yesgro2 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 | Parkerthraustes humeralis |
| Species Codes | yesgro2, YSGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-shouldered Grosbeak belong to?
The Yellow-shouldered Grosbeak (Parkerthraustes humeralis) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-shouldered Grosbeak?
The Yellow-shouldered Grosbeak 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 Grosbeak sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-shouldered Grosbeak on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yesgro2, or on iNaturalist.