About the Red-capped Cardinal
The red-capped cardinal is a small species of bird in the tanager family Thraupidae. It is found in South America.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Paroaria gularis |
| Species Codes | reccar4, RCCA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-capped Cardinal belong to?
The Red-capped Cardinal (Paroaria gularis) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-capped Cardinal?
The red-capped cardinal is a small species of bird in the tanager family Thraupidae. It is found in South America....
Where can I report a Red-capped Cardinal sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-capped Cardinal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reccar4, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
389
Species in Family
1,809
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