About the Forbes's Blackbird
Forbes's blackbird is a vulnerable species of New World blackbird that is endemic to the Atlantic forest in South America. This species was named for the British zoologist William Alexander Forbes.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Troupials and Allies (Icteridae) |
| Species | Anumara forbesi |
| Species Codes | forbla1, FOBL |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Forbes's Blackbird belong to?
The Forbes's Blackbird (Anumara forbesi) belongs to the Troupials and Allies family (Icteridae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Forbes's Blackbird?
The Forbes's Blackbird is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Forbes's Blackbird?
Forbes's blackbird is a vulnerable species of New World blackbird that is endemic to the Atlantic forest in South America. This species was named for the British zoologist William Alexander Forbes....
Where can I report a Forbes's Blackbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Forbes's Blackbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code forbla1, or on iNaturalist.
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