About the Gouldian Finch
The Gouldian finch, also known as the Gould's finch or the rainbow finch, is a colourful passerine bird that is native to Australia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Chloebia gouldiae |
| Species Codes | goufin3, GOFI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gouldian Finch belong to?
The Gouldian Finch (Chloebia gouldiae) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gouldian Finch?
The Gouldian finch, also known as the Gould's finch or the rainbow finch, is a colourful passerine bird that is native to Australia....
Where can I report a Gouldian Finch sighting?
You can log sightings of Gouldian Finch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code goufin3, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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Species in Family
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