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Bonin Grosbeak
Carpodacus ferreorostris
Bonin Grosbeak (Carpodacus ferreorostris) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Europe & Northern Asia.
The Bonin Grosbeak (Carpodacus ferreorostris) is a member of the Fringillidae family found in Europe & Northern Asia. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Fringillidae Finches, Euphonias
- Genus Carpodacus
- Species ferreorostris
Quick facts
- Family
- Fringillidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Bonin Grosbeak (Carpodacus ferreorostris) is a member of the Fringillidae family, within the order Passeriformes. It occurs naturally across Europe & Northern Asia. Its distribution covers PAL Bonin Is. (=Ogasawara Is., se Japan).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Bonin Grosbeak live?
The Bonin Grosbeak is found across Europe & Northern Asia with a range covering PAL Bonin Is. (=Ogasawara Is., se Japan).
What family does the Bonin Grosbeak belong to?
The Bonin Grosbeak (Carpodacus ferreorostris) belongs to the Fringillidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Is the Bonin Grosbeak endangered?
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List
Conservation
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