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African Chaffinch
Fringilla spodiogenys
African Chaffinch (Fringilla spodiogenys) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Europe & Northern Asia.
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The African Chaffinch (Fringilla spodiogenys) is a member of the Fringillidae family found in Europe & Northern Asia.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Fringillidae Finches, Euphonias
- Genus Fringilla
- Species spodiogenys
Quick facts
- Family
- Fringillidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The African Chaffinch (Fringilla spodiogenys) is a species of bird in the Fringillidae family, part of the order Passeriformes. It is found across Europe & Northern Asia. Its distribution covers PAL n Africa.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the African Chaffinch live?
The African Chaffinch is found across Europe & Northern Asia with a range covering PAL n Africa.
What family does the African Chaffinch belong to?
The African Chaffinch (Fringilla spodiogenys) belongs to the Fringillidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Conservation
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