Jamaican euphonia

Euphonia jamaica

The Jamaican euphonia (Euphonia Jamaica) is a species of bird in the family Fringillidae.

Family: Fringillidae Order: passerines Conservation: Least Concern
Jamaican euphonia

About the Jamaican euphonia

The Jamaican euphonia (Euphonia Jamaica) is a species of bird in the family Fringillidae. Jamaican euphonias are small and have a varying appearance depending on their sex and age. They are the only species of Euphonia that reside in Jamaica and have received the nickname of "Short-Mouth Bluequit" from Jamaican locals. These birds do not migrate anywhere and can be found throughout the island in wooded areas, shrublands, gardens, orchards, and hilly lowlands.

Fun Facts About Jamaican euphonia

  • They are the only species of Euphonia that reside in Jamaica and have received the nickname of "Short-Mouth Bluequit" from Jamaican locals.

Conservation Status

The Jamaican euphonia is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

Orderpasserines
FamilyFringillidae
GenusEuphonia
SpeciesEuphonia jamaica

Range & Habitat

Range map of Jamaican euphonia

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Related Species

Other species in the Fringillidae family: