Island Canary
Serinus canaria
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Fringillidae
About
The Atlantic canary, known worldwide simply as the wild canary and also called the island canary, common canary, or canary, is a small passerine bird belonging to the genus Serinus in the true 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.
Fun Fact
A legend of the islands, however, states that it was the conquistadors who named the islands after a fierce tribe inhabiting the largest island of the group, known as the 'Canarii'.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in a wide variety of habitats from pine and laurel forests to sand dunes.
Diet
Feeds on seeds such as those of weeds, grasses and figs.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance