🌿Native Nature

Island Canary

Serinus canaria

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Fringillidae ›Genus: Serinus

About

The Atlantic canary (Serinus canaria), known worldwide simply as the wild canary and also called the island canary, canary, or common canary, is a small passerine bird belonging to the genus Serinus in the finch family, Fringillidae. It is native to the Canary Islands, the Azores, and Madeira. Wild birds are mostly yellow-green, with brownish streaking on the back. The species is common in captivity and a number of colour varieties have been bred.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Island Canary?
The scientific name of Island Canary is Serinus canaria.
What is the conservation status of Island Canary?
The Island Canary has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Island Canary belong to?
Island Canary belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Island Canary belong to?
Island Canary belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Island Canary belong to?
Island Canary belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Island Canary belong to?
Island Canary belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Island Canary belong to?
Island Canary belongs to the family Fringillidae.
What genus does Island Canary belong to?
Island Canary belongs to the genus Serinus.