Plumbeous euphonia (𝐸𝑢𝑝ℎ𝑜𝑛𝑖𝑎 𝑝𝑙𝑢𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑎)

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The plumbeous euphonia (E. plumbea) belongs to the family of finch and euphonia, the Fringillidae.

The plumbeous euphonia species are distributed in Brazil, Peru, Columbia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana. The euphonia is non-migratory resident species. This euphonia species is monotypic.

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Plumbeous euphonia - Description and identification

The Plumbeous euphonia is a small finch measuring 9 to 10 cm in length and weighing 8 to 10 grams.

The males of these species have bluish gray upperparts, head and breast. The underparts are yellow and the yellow flanks are streaked gray. The females are somewhat duller.

The bill is stout and steel gray. The legs and feet are grayish. The irises are dark. The eye ring is dark gray. The call is a whistling "dee.. dee.." or "weet" sound.

Plumbeous euphonia - Euphonia plumbea
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Plumbeous euphonia - Geographical range and distribution

This species is endemic to South America and is distributed in Brazil, Peru, Columbia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana.

The Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas (IBA) of the species in Brazil are, Tepuis do Amazonas, Parque Nacional do Jaú, Campinas e Várzeas do Rio Branco and Ecológico Projeto Dinâmica Biológica de Fragmentos Florestais e Entorno.

The IBA of this species in Venezuela are, Yavita-Pimichin, Reserva Forestal Sipapo, Parque Nacional Serranía La Neblina, Parque Nacional Canaima, Campamento Junglaven, Yapacana National Park and Reserva Forestal Imataca.

The IBA of plumbeous euphonia in Suriname are, Bakhuys mountains and Centraal Suriname Nature Reserve. The IBA in Colombia are, Parque Nacional Natural Chiribiquete and Riberas de la Cuenca Baja del Río Inírida.

Ecosystem and habitat

The plumbeous euphonia species has low forest dependence. They normally occur in altitudes between 0 to 1000 meters. The artificial ecosystems include heavily degraded forests.

The natural ecosystems and habitats of these species include tropical and subtropical dry and moist shrublands, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, dry savanna, rocky areas and scattered trees in savanna.

Diet and feeding behavior

The diet of the plumbeous euphonia species consists mainly of berries and fruits. Berries, small fruits and plant matter are their primary food. They are particularly adapted for feeding on mistletoe berries, which are poisonous.

Reproduction and breeding habits

They appear to build dome shaped plant fiber nests with side entrance. Not much is known about their breeding season and their reproductive and nesting habits.

Migration and movement patterns

The plumbeous euphonia species are non-migratory, resident birds. The populations in higher altitudes may descend to lower levels during winter.

Post breeding, the juveniles may disperse and establish in new locations within the range. Within their range they may make local movements for feeding and breeding.

Plumbeous euphonia - Quick Facts

• Scientific name: Euphonia plumbea
• Species author: Du Bus, 1855
• Synonyms/Protonym: Euphonia plumbea du Bus de Gisignies, 1855
• Family: Fringillidae › Passeriformes › Aves › Chordata › Animalia
• Vernacular names: English: Plumbeous euphonia, Chinese: 铅灰歌雀, French: Organiste plombé, German: Grauorganist, Spanish: Eufonia plúmbea, Russian: Свинцовая эуфония, Japanese: ハイイロスミレフウキンチョウ
• Other names: Plumbeous euphonia
• Distribution: Brazil, Peru, Columbia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana
• Diet and feeding habits: small fruits, berries
• IUCN status listing: Least Concern (LC)

Plumbeous euphonia - Conservation and survival

The global population size of the plumbeous euphonia has not been quantified. The overall population trend of the species is considered to be stable.

In most of its range, this species is reported to be uncommon (Stotz et al. 1996). The generation length is 3.5 years. Its distribution size is about 2,730,000 sq.km.

Ecosystem degradation, ecosystem conversion and capture of adults and juveniles for pet-trade are the main threats that may endanger the survival of the species.

IUCN and CITES status

The plumbeous euphonia (E. plumbea) species does not approach the thresholds for being Vulnerable either under the range size criterion or under the population trend criterion or under the population size criterion.

The IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) has categorized and evaluated the species and has listed it as of "Least Concern (LC)".

The CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) status is ‘Not Evaluated’ for the plumbeous euphonia.

Taxonomy and scientific classification of E. plumbea
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Chordata
Class:	Aves
Order:	Passeriformes
Family:	Fringillidae
Subfamily:	-
Genus:	Euphonia
Species:	E. plumbea
Binomial name:	E. plumbea
IUCN status listing:	Least Concern

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Lesser goldfinch (Spinus psaltria)

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The lesser goldfinch (Spinus psaltria) belongs to the family of goldfinch and siskin, the Fringillidae.

The lesser goldfinch species are distributed in Southwestern North America, Central America and Northwestern South America. The goldfinch species is partially migratory. This goldfinch species is polytypic.

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Lesser goldfinch - Description and identification

The lesser goldfinch (Spinus psaltria) is a small finch, measuring 9 to 12 cm in length and weighing 8 to 12 grams.

The males of lesser goldfinch have bright yellow underparts and some white patches on the wings. The upperparts are bluish black. The throat and the sides of the neck are bright yellow. There is variation in coloration in the subspecies.

The bill is stout and grayish yellow. The legs and feet are grayish. The irises are dark. The eye ring is gray. The call is a harsh loud "chig.. chig.. chig" sound or a very high-pitched, drawn-out whistling sound.

1.Lesser goldfinch - Spinus psaltria
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3.Lesser goldfinch - Spinus psaltria
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4.Lesser goldfinch - Spinus psaltria
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Lesser goldfinch - Geographical range and distribution

These species are distributed in southwest North America, Central America and northwest South America.

In North America, the lesser goldfinch species are distributed in southwest Canada, western and southern USA, Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama.

In northwestern South America, these species are distributed in Peru, Ecuador, Colombia and Venezuela.

The lesser goldfinch nominate subspecies S. p. psaltria is distributed in west central USA to southern Mexico. The subspecies S. p. jouyi is distributed in southeast Mexico and north Belize. The subspecies S. p. witti occurs in Mary Islands (Mexico).

The subspecies S. p. hesperophilus is distributed in western coastal USA and western Mexico. The subspecies S. p. colombianus is distributed in south Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador and Peru.

Ecosystem and habitat

These goldfinch species do not normally occur in forests. They normally occur in altitudes between 0 to 3100 meters. The artificial ecosystems include plantations, rural gardens and urban areas.

The natural ecosystems and habitats of the goldfinch species include tropical and subtropical dry shrublands, high altitude shrublands and montane subtropical and temperate woodlands.

Diet and feeding behavior

The diet of the lesser goldfinch species consists mainly of seeds and fruits. Small larval and adult insects, small beetles and plant matter are their primary food. They are usually seen in flocks, feeding on the ground.

Reproduction and breeding habits

The breeding season of these goldfinch species is during summer in the temperate parts of their breeding range. In tropical regions, there is year round breeding.

The breeding ecosystem includes trees, bushes and shrubs. The nest is a cup made with grasses, rootlets, lichens and plant fibers. The clutch comprises three or four bluish white eggs.

Migration and movement patterns

The lesser goldfinch species are partially migratory as well as resident birds.

The populations in higher altitudes may descend to lower levels during winter. Breeding populations in central North America may move towards coastal regions during winter.

Post breeding, the juveniles may disperse and establish in new locations within the range. Within their range they may make local movements for feeding and breeding.

Lesser goldfinch - Quick Facts

• Scientific name: Spinus psaltria
• Species author: (Say, 1822)
• Synonyms/Protonym: Fringilla psaltria Say, 1822
• Family: Fringillidae › Passeriformes › Aves › Chordata › Animalia
• Vernacular names: English: Lesser goldfinch, Chinese: 暗背金翅雀, French: Chardonneret mineur, German: Mexikozeisig, Spanish: Jilguero menor, Russian: Малый чиж, Japanese: ヒメキンヒワ
• Other names: Lesser Goldfinch, Arkansas Goldfinch, Dark-backed Goldfinch
• Distribution: Southwest North America, Central America, Northwest South America
• Diet and feeding habits: seeds, fruits, insects
• IUCN status listing: Least Concern (LC)

Lesser goldfinch - Conservation and survival

The global population size of the lesser goldfinch (Spinus psaltria) has not been quantified. The overall population trend of the species is considered to be declining.

In most of its range, this goldfinch species is reported to be common to uncommon. The generation length is 4.5 years. Its distribution size is about 13,700,000 sq.km.

Ecosystem degradation, ecosystem conversion and capture of adults and juveniles for pet-trade are the main threats that may endanger the survival of the species.

IUCN and CITES status

The lesser goldfinch (Spinus psaltria) species does not approach the thresholds for being Vulnerable either under the range size criterion or under the population trend criterion or under the population size criterion.

The IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) has categorized and evaluated the species and has listed it as of "Least Concern (LC)".

The CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) status is ‘Not Evaluated’ for the lesser goldfinch (Spinus psaltria).

Taxonomy and scientific classification of Spinus psaltria
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Chordata
Class:	Aves
Order:	Passeriformes
Family:	Fringillidae
Subfamily:	-
Genus:	Spinus
Species:	S. psaltria
Binomial name:	Spinus psaltria
IUCN status listing:	Least Concern

The five recognized subspecies of the lesser goldfinch (Spinus psaltria) are:
Spinus psaltria psaltria (Say, 1822),
Spinus psaltria colombianus (Lafresnaye, 1843),
Spinus psaltria jouyi (Ridgway, 1898),
Spinus psaltria witti P. R. Grant, 1964 and
Spinus psaltria hesperophilus (Oberholser, 1903).

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Black-chinned siskin (Spinus barbatus)

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The black-chinned siskin (Spinus barbatus) belongs to the family of finches and siskins, the Fringillidae.

The black-chinned siskin species are distributed in Argentina, Chile and Falkland Islands in South America. The siskin species is widespread and common. This siskin species is monotypic.

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Black-chinned siskin - Description and identification

The black-chinned siskin (Spinus barbatus) is a small finch, measuring 10 to 15 cm in length and weighing 10 to 20 grams.

These siskin species have greenish-yellow plumage. The males have a raised dark crown and dark central, upper throat. The upperparts have blackish streaks. The underparts are greenish-yellow. The females are duller and lack the dark crown.

The bill is small and grayish. The legs and feet are grayish. The irises are dark. The call is a song given from a prominent perch.

1.Black-chinned siskin - Spinus barbatus
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2.Black-chinned siskin - Spinus barbatus
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3.Black-chinned siskin - Spinus barbatus
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Black-chinned siskin - Geographical range and distribution

These species are distributed in southern Argentina, central and southern Chile and Falkland Islands in South America.

Ecosystem and habitat

The black-chinned siskin species have low forest dependence. They normally occur in altitudes between 0 to 1500 meters. The artificial ecosystems include heavily degraded forests, gardens and urban areas.

The natural ecosystems and habitats of the species include temperate forests, shrublands and grasslands, foothill forests, montane forests and grasslands, coniferous forests, broad-leaf forests and open lowlands.

Diet and feeding behavior

The diet of these species consists mainly of seeds. Small larval and adult insects, small beetles and plant matter are their primary food. They are usually seen in flocks, feeding on the ground.

Reproduction and breeding habits

The breeding season of these siskin species is from July to February in most of their breeding range. They may raise up to three broods.

The breeding ecosystem includes trees and shrubs in temperate regions. The nest is a cup made with grasses, rootlets, plant fibers and animal hair.

Migration and movement patterns

The black-chinned siskin species are non-migratory resident birds. The populations in higher altitudes may descend to lower levels during winter.

Post breeding, the juveniles may disperse and establish in new locations within the range. Within their range they may make local movements for feeding and breeding.

Black-chinned siskin - Quick Facts

• Scientific name: Spinus barbatus
• Species author: (Molina, 1782)
• Synonyms/Protonym: Fringilla barbata Molina, 1782
• Family: Fringillidae › Passeriformes › Aves › Chordata › Animalia
• Vernacular names: English: Black-chinned siskin, Chinese: 黑颏金翅雀, French: Tarin à menton noir, German: Bartzeisig, Spanish: Jilguero golinegro, Russian: Бородатый чиж, Japanese: ヤッコヒワ
• Other names: Black-chinned Siskin
• Distribution: Argentina, Chile, Falkland Islands
• Diet and feeding habits: seeds, insects, larval insects
• IUCN status listing: Least Concern (LC)

Black-chinned siskin - Conservation and survival

The global population size of the black-chinned siskin (Spinus barbatus) has not been quantified. The overall population trend of the species is considered to be stable.

In most of its range, this siskin species is reported to be common (Stotz et al. 1996). The generation length is 4.2 years. Its distribution size is about 2,620,000 sq.km.

Ecosystem degradation, ecosystem conversion and capture of adults and juveniles for pet-trade are the main threats that may endanger the survival of the siskin species.

IUCN and CITES status

The black-chinned siskin (Spinus barbatus) species does not approach the thresholds for being Vulnerable either under the range size criterion or under the population trend criterion or under the population size criterion.

The IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) has categorized and evaluated the species and has listed it as of "Least Concern (LC)".

The CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) status is ‘Not Evaluated’ for the black-chinned siskin (Spinus barbatus).

Taxonomy and scientific classification of Spinus barbatus
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Chordata
Class:	Aves
Order:	Passeriformes
Family:	Fringillidae
Subfamily:	-
Genus:	Spinus
Species:	S. barbatus
Binomial name:	Spinus barbatus
IUCN status listing:	Least Concern

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Yellow-rumped siskin | American birds

Bird World   ›   Red-necked stint images   ›   Yellow-rumped siskin - Spinus uropygialis

The yellow-rumped siskin (Spinus uropygialis) belongs to the family of siskins, canaries and grosbeaks, the Fringillidae.

The yellow-rumped siskin is distributed in Peru, Bolivia, Chile and Argentina. The siskin species are partially migratory. These siskins are monotypic.

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Appearance, physical description and identification

The yellow-rumped siskin (Spinus uropygialis) is a small siskin, measuring 12 to 13 cm in length and weighing 14 to 15 grams.

The yellow-rumped siskin has black hood covering head, face, neck and throat. The back and wing coverts are blackish. The rump and the underparts are yellowish. The tail is notched.

The bill is conical, pointed and dark gray. The legs and feet are blackish. The irises are blackish. There is a pale eye-ring. Their call is a sharp, loud twittering sound.

Yellow-rumped siskin - Spinus uropygialis
Image by Bartlett, Edward

Origin, geographical range and distribution

The yellow-rumped siskin are distributed in south and central Peru, western Bolivia, central Chile and northwest Argentina.

Ecosystem and habitat

The yellow-rumped siskin species have low forest dependence. They normally occur in altitudes between 2000 to 3500 meters. The artificial ecosystems and habitats include agricultural lands and rural gardens.

The natural ecosystems and habitats of the siskin species include tropical and subtropical montane forests, tropical and subtropical dry shrublands and high altitude shrublands, mountain slopes and lightly wooded plains.

Diet and feeding behavior

The diet of the yellow-rumped siskin species consists mainly of small seeds. Plant seeds, grass seeds and small insects are their primary food. They forage on the ground or on low bushes.

Reproduction and breeding habits

The breeding season of the yellow-rumped siskin species is from February to May in most of their breeding range. Not much is known about their reproduction and breeding habits.

Migration and movement patterns

These species are partially migratory birds. The breeding populations occur in Chile and Argentina. These species winter in Peru and Bolivia. There is also altitudinal migration and erratic wandering in non-breeding season.

Yellow-rumped siskin - Quick Facts

• Scientific name: Spinus uropygialis
• Species author: (PL Sclater, 1862)
• Synonyms/Protonym: Chrysomitris uropygialis P. L. Sclater, 1862
• Family: Fringillidae › Passeriformes › Aves › Chordata › Animalia
• Vernacular names: English: Yellow-rumped siskin, Chinese: 黄腰金翅雀, French: Tarin à croupion jaune, German: Kordillerenzeisig, Spanish: Jilguero cordillerano, Russian: Желтопоясничный чиж, Japanese: キゴシクロヒワ
• Other names: Yellow-rumped Siskin
• Distribution:Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina
• Diet and feeding habits: insects, seeds
• IUCN status listing: Least Concern (LC)

Conservation and survival

The global population size of the yellow-rumped siskin (Spinus uropygialis) has not been quantified. The overall population trend of the species is reported to be stable.

In most of its range, this siskin species is reported to be fairly common but patchily distributed (Stotz et al. 1996). The generation length is 4.2 years. Its distribution size is about 216,000 sq.km.

Ecosystem degradation, ecosystem conversion, deforestation, human activities in the breeding range and capture of adults and juveniles for pet-trade are the main threats that may endanger the survival of the species.

IUCN and CITES status

The Spinus uropygialis species does not approach the thresholds for being Vulnerable either under the range size criterion or under the population trend criterion or under the population size criterion.

The IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) has categorized and evaluated the species and has listed it as of "Least Concern (LC)".

The CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) status is ‘Not Evaluated’ for the yellow-rumped siskin (Spinus uropygialis).

Taxonomy and scientific classification of Spinus uropygialis
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Chordata
Class:	Aves
Order:	Passeriformes
Family:	Fringillidae
Subfamily:	-
Genus:	Spinus
Species:	S. uropygialis
Binomial name:	Spinus uropygialis
IUCN status listing:	Least Concern

The yellow-rumped siskin (Spinus uropygialis) is closely related to the hooded siskin (Spinus magellanicus). It hybridizes with S. magellanicus in southern Peru.

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Black siskin | American birds

Bird World   ›   Sanderling images   ›   Black siskin - Spinus atratus

The black siskin (Spinus atratus) belongs to the family of finches and siskins, the Fringillidae.

The black siskin is distributed over Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Peru in South America. These siskin species inhabit high-altitude grasslands and shrublands in central Andes Mountains. These siskins are monotypic.

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Appearance, physical description and identification

The black siskin (Spinus atratus) is a small siskin, measuring 11 to 14 cm in length and weighing 15 to 17 grams.

The adult male black siskin has glossy blackish plumage. There is a yellow patch on the folded wing and a yellow wing-flash. The tail is notched. The base of the tail and lower belly are yellow. The female has blackish brown plumage.

The bill is conical and pale gray in color. The short legs and feet are grayish. The irises are blackish. There is a blackish eye-ring. Their call is a repeated, plaintive, twittering sound.

1.South American birds - Black siskin - Spinus atratus
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3.South American birds - Black siskin - Spinus atratus
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Origin, geographical range and distribution

The black siskin is distributed over Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Peru in South America. These siskin species inhabit high-altitude grasslands and shrublands in central Andes Mountains.

Ecosystem and habitat

These species do not normally occur in forests. They normally occurs in altitudes between 3500 to 4500 meters.

The natural ecosystems and habitats of these species include tropical and subtropical high-altitude grasslands, tropical and subtropical high-altitude shrublands, rocky terrain, inland cliffs and mountain peaks.

Diet and feeding behavior

The diet of these species consists mainly of plant matter. Seeds of low-growing plants and bushes, berries and insects are their primary food. They forage on the ground and in low bush.

Reproduction and breeding habits

The breeding season of these black siskin appears to be during November and December. Their nest is a tightly woven basket. The clutch contains three whitish eggs.

Migration and movement patterns

These species are non-migratory, resident birds. The populations in higher altitudes may descent to lower altitudes in winter months.

Post breeding, the juveniles may disperse and establish in new locations within the range. Within their range they may make local movements for feeding and breeding.

Black siskin - Quick Facts

• Scientific name: Spinus atratus
• Species author: Lafresnaye & D'Orbigny, 1837
• Synonyms/Protonym: Carduelis atratus d’Orbigny and Lafresnaye, 1837
• Family: Fringillidae › Passeriformes › Aves › Chordata › Animalia
• Vernacular names: English: Black siskin, Chinese: 黑金翅雀, French: Tarin noir, German: Schwarzzeisig, Spanish: Jilguero negro, Russian: Чёрная чечевица, Japanese: クロヒワ
• Other names: Black Siskin
• Distribution: Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Peru
• Diet and feeding habits: seeds, berries, insects
• IUCN status listing: Least Concern (LC)

Conservation and survival

The global population size of the black siskin (Spinus atratus) has not been quantified. The overall population trend of the species is reported to be stable.

In most of its range, this siskin species is reported to be 'fairly common but patchily distributed' (Stotz et al. 1996). The generation length is 4.2 years. Its distribution size is about 1,700,000 sq.km.

Ecosystem degradation, ecosystem conversion and trapping of adults and juveniles for pet-trade are the main threats that may endanger the survival of the siskin species.

IUCN and CITES status

The black siskin (Spinus atratus) species does not approach the thresholds for being Vulnerable either under the range size criterion, or under the population trend criterion or under the population size criterion.

The IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) has categorized and evaluated the species and has listed it as of "Least Concern".

The CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) status is ‘Not Evaluated’ for the black siskin (Spinus atratus).

Taxonomy and scientific classification of Spinus atratus
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Chordata
Class:	Aves
Order:	Passeriformes
Family:	Fringillidae
Subfamily:	-
Genus:	Spinus
Species:	S. atratus
Binomial name:	Spinus atratus
IUCN status listing:	Least Concern

The Spinus atratus is closely related to the yellow-rumped siskin (Spinus uropygialis).

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Yellow-bellied siskin images

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The yellow-bellied siskin (Spinus xanthogastrus) belongs to the family Fringillidae under the order Passeriformes.

Yellow-bellied siskin taxonomy

The Fringillidae is the family of siskins, canaries, grosbeaks and euphonias. The family Fringillidae was first introduced by William Elford Leach, MD, FRS (2 February 1791 – 25 August 1836), an English zoologist and marine biologist, in the year 1820.

The family Fringillidae comprises three subfamilies, viz., Fringillinae, Carduelinae and Euphoniinae. The subfamily Carduelinae was first described by Nicholas Aylward Vigors (1785 – 26 October 1840), an Irish zoologist, in the year 1825.

The subfamily Carduelinae comprises 184 species divided into 49 genera, including genus Spinus. The genus Spinus was first described by Carl Ludwig Koch (21 September 1778 – 23 August 1857), a German entomologist and arachnologist, in the year 1816.

The genus Spinus contains twenty siskin species, including Spinus xanthogastrus.

The species siskin S. xanthogastrus was first described by Bernard Amé Léonard du Bus de Gisignies (June 21, 1808 – July 6, 1874), a Dutch ornithologist and paleontologist, in the year 1855.

Taxonomic classification
Binomial name:	Spinus xanthogastrus
Species:	S. xanthogastrus
Genus:	Spinus
Subfamily:	-
Family:	Fringillidae
Order:	Passeriformes
Class:	Aves
Phylum:	Chordata
Kingdom:	Animalia

1.Yellow-bellied siskin - Spinus xanthogastrus
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7.Spinus xanthogastrus
Image by Carol Foil

8.Spinus xanthogastrus female
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Yellow-bellied siskin | American birds

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The yellow-bellied siskin (Spinus xanthogastrus) belongs to the family of finches and siskins, the Fringillidae.

The yellow-bellied siskin is distributed in Costa Rica, Panama, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia. These siskin species are being illegally captured for caged-bird trade. These siskins are polytypic species.

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Appearance, physical description and identification

The yellow-bellied siskin (Spinus xanthogastrus) is a small siskin, measuring 10 to 12 cm in length and weighing 11 to 14 grams.

The male yellow-bellied siskin has overall black plumage. The belly region and undertail coverts are yellowish. There is a yellowish patch on the black wing. The females and juveniles have olive green upperparts and pale yellowish green underparts.

The bill is pale gray, short, conical and sharp. The legs are short and grayish. The irises are blackish. There is a pale eye-ring. Their call is a soft whistling, twittering sound.

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Origin, geographical range and distribution

The yellow-bellied siskin is distributed over Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia in South America. In North America, they occur in Costa Rica and Panama.