About the Yellow-eyed Junco
The yellow-eyed junco is a species of bird in the family Passerellidae, the New World sparrows. It is found from the southwestern United States to Guatemala.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) |
| Species | Junco phaeonotus |
| Species Codes | yeejun, YEJU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-eyed Junco belong to?
The Yellow-eyed Junco (Junco phaeonotus) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-eyed Junco?
The yellow-eyed junco is a species of bird in the family Passerellidae, the New World sparrows. It is found from the southwestern United States to Guatemala....
Where can I report a Yellow-eyed Junco sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-eyed Junco on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yeejun, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
138
Species in Family
8,628
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