About the Eurasian Linnet
The common linnet or Eurasian linnet is a small passerine bird of the finch family, Fringillidae. It derives its common name and the scientific name, Linaria, from its fondness for hemp seeds and flax seeds—flax being the English name of the plant from which linen is made.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Linaria cannabina |
| Species Codes | eurlin1, EULI, COLI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Linnet belong to?
The Eurasian Linnet (Linaria cannabina) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Linnet?
The common linnet or Eurasian linnet is a small passerine bird of the finch family, Fringillidae. It derives its common name and the scientific name, Linaria, from its fondness for hemp seeds and flax seeds—flax being the English name of the plant from which linen is made....
Where can I report a Eurasian Linnet sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Linnet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurlin1, or on iNaturalist.
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