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Red-crested Cardinal

Paroaria coronata

Least Concern

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About

A striking medium-sized bird with brilliant red crest, white face, and grey body native to South America from Bolivia and Brazil to Argentina, red-crested cardinals have been introduced to Hawaii and other Pacific islands, becoming iconic garden birds in Honolulu. They inhabit dense shrubs, grassland edges, and suburban gardens, foraging on seeds and small insects. Despite their name and superficial resemblance, they are not closely related to North American cardinals but belong to the tanager family.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates), Europe (8 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile, Ecuador, Peru).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (Songbirds)

Species

Paroaria coronata (Red-crested Cardinal)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コウカンチョウ

Chinese 冠紅蠟嘴雀

Spanish Cardenilla crestada

French Paroare huppé

German Graukardinal

Portuguese cardeal

Russian Краснохохлая кардиналовая овсянка

Similar Species in Paroaria

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Crimson-fronted Cardinal

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Paroaria capitata

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red-crested Cardinal?

The scientific name of Red-crested Cardinal is Paroaria coronata. It belongs to the genus Paroaria.

What is the conservation status of Red-crested Cardinal?

Red-crested Cardinal (Paroaria coronata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Red-crested Cardinal live?

Red-crested Cardinal is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates), Europe (8 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile, Ecuador, Peru).. Countries include Belgium, Chile, Ecuador, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Peru.

What family does Red-crested Cardinal belong to?

Red-crested Cardinal (Paroaria coronata) belongs to the genus Paroaria, which is part of the taxonomic family Thraupidae.

Is Red-crested Cardinal endangered?

No, Red-crested Cardinal (Paroaria coronata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Red-crested Cardinal belong to?

Red-crested Cardinal (Paroaria coronata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Red-crested Cardinal?

The closest relatives of Red-crested Cardinal in the genus Paroaria include Crimson-fronted Cardinal, Masked Cardinal, Red-capped Cardinal, Red-cowled Cardinal, Yellow-billed Cardinal.