About the Greater Antillean Bullfinch
The Greater Antillean bullfinch is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae, the tanagers and allies. It is found in the Bahamas, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Melopyrrha violacea |
| Species Codes | grabul1, GABU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Greater Antillean Bullfinch belong to?
The Greater Antillean Bullfinch (Melopyrrha violacea) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Greater Antillean Bullfinch?
The Greater Antillean bullfinch is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae, the tanagers and allies. It is found in the Bahamas, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and the Turks and Caicos Islands....
Where can I report a Greater Antillean Bullfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Greater Antillean Bullfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grabul1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
389
Species in Family
321
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