About the St. Kitts Bullfinch
The St. Kitts bullfinch, known locally as the mountain blacksmith, is a possibly extinct songbird species of the genus Melopyrrha which was endemic to the island of Saint Kitts.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Melopyrrha grandis |
| Species Codes | purbul3, SKBU |
| Conservation | Extant according to Clements (Extinct) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the St. Kitts Bullfinch belong to?
The St. Kitts Bullfinch (Melopyrrha grandis) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the St. Kitts Bullfinch?
The St. Kitts bullfinch, known locally as the mountain blacksmith, is a possibly extinct songbird species of the genus Melopyrrha which was endemic to the island of Saint Kitts....
Where can I report a St. Kitts Bullfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of St. Kitts Bullfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code purbul3, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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