About the Red-crested Cardinal
The red-crested cardinal is a passerine bird in the tanager family Thraupidae. Notwithstanding its similar name, this bird is not closely related to the true cardinal family Cardinalidae. It is sometimes known as the Brazilian cardinal.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Paroaria coronata |
| Species Codes | reccar, RCCA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-crested Cardinal belong to?
The Red-crested Cardinal (Paroaria coronata) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-crested Cardinal?
The red-crested cardinal is a passerine bird in the tanager family Thraupidae. Notwithstanding its similar name, this bird is not closely related to the true cardinal family Cardinalidae. It is sometimes known as the Brazilian cardinal....
Where can I report a Red-crested Cardinal sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-crested Cardinal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reccar, or on iNaturalist.
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