About the Moustached Brushfinch
The Moustached Brushfinch (Atlapetes albofrenatus) is a species of bird in the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 138 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code mobfin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) |
| Species | Atlapetes albofrenatus |
| Species Codes | mobfin1, MOBR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Moustached Brushfinch belong to?
The Moustached Brushfinch (Atlapetes albofrenatus) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Moustached Brushfinch?
The Moustached Brushfinch is a member of the New World Sparrows family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Moustached Brushfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Moustached Brushfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mobfin1, or on iNaturalist.