About the Gran Canaria Blue Chaffinch
The Gran Canaria Blue Chaffinch (Fringilla polatzeki) is a species of bird in the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 236 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blucha3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Fringilla polatzeki |
| Species Codes | blucha3, GCBC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gran Canaria Blue Chaffinch belong to?
The Gran Canaria Blue Chaffinch (Fringilla polatzeki) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gran Canaria Blue Chaffinch?
The Gran Canaria Blue Chaffinch is a member of the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Gran Canaria Blue Chaffinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Gran Canaria Blue Chaffinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blucha3, or on iNaturalist.