Fringillidae

GPTKB entity

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:family
gptkbp:abilities studied for problem-solving and learning.
gptkbp:adaptations vary by habitat and season
gptkbp:avian_diseases susceptible to various diseases
gptkbp:behavior social birds
foraging behavior varies by species
often form flocks
gptkbp:breeding_season typically spring to summer
gptkbp:captive_breeding used for conservation of endangered species
gptkbp:characteristics often colorful plumage
social behavior in flocks
strong conical bills
gptkbp:characterized_by conical bills
gptkbp:climate_impact affects distribution and behavior
gptkbp:coloration gptkb:green
gptkb:red
gptkb:yellow
bright plumage
gptkbp:common_name finches
gptkbp:conservation_efforts breeding programs
habitat protection
various initiatives to protect habitats
gptkbp:conservation_status varies by species
gptkbp:contains gptkb:goldfinches
canaries
finches
crossbills
siskins
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of nature
popular in birdwatching
often featured in literature and art
gptkbp:diet fruits
insects
seeds
seeds, fruits, and insects
gptkbp:domestication some species have been kept as pets
gptkbp:ecological_role important seed dispersers
gptkbp:egg_color usually blue or greenish
gptkbp:field_of_study conducted to understand behavior and ecology
gptkbp:first_described_by 1816
gptkbp:foraging_behavior include ground foraging and tree gleaning
gptkbp:fossil_record includes species from the Miocene
gptkbp:genetic_studies provide insights into speciation
gptkbp:geographic_distribution gptkb:Africa
gptkb:Europe
gptkb:Asia
gptkb:Australia
gptkb:North_America
worldwide, except for Australia and some oceanic islands
gptkbp:habitat gptkb:mountains
grasslands
forests
various habitats including forests, grasslands, and urban areas
gptkbp:habitat_preference vary by species and region
gptkbp:has_behavior social
migratory
gptkbp:has_diet fruits
insects
seeds
gptkbp:has_features includes variations in size and color
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Fringillidae
gptkbp:human_interaction can be both beneficial and problematic
gptkbp:includes gptkb:Cercopithecidae
gptkb:Spinus
gptkb:Chloris
gptkb:Carduelis
gptkb:Loxia
gptkb:Serinus
Fringilla
gptkbp:is_a gptkb:birds
gptkbp:is_found_in gptkb:Africa
gptkb:Europe
gptkb:Asia
gptkb:Australia
gptkb:North_America
gptkb:South_America
worldwide
gptkbp:is_related_to gptkb:Carduelinae
gptkb:Emberizidae
gptkb:Ploceidae
gptkbp:mating_system monogamous or polygamous depending on species
gptkbp:migration some species are migratory
studied using banding and tracking
gptkbp:music_education young learn songs from adult males
gptkbp:native_to worldwide
gptkbp:nest_material twigs, grass, and feathers
gptkbp:nesting trees
bushes
builds nests in trees or shrubs
affected by predation and habitat quality
gptkbp:notable_members gptkb:bird
gptkb:Crossbill
gptkb:Goldfinch
gptkb:Siskin
gptkbp:order gptkb:Passeriformes
gptkbp:originated_in diverged from other passerines in the late Eocene
gptkbp:parent both parents often care for young
gptkbp:pests various species of brood parasites
gptkbp:population_trend some species are declining
gptkbp:predators birds of prey
cats
hawks, cats, and snakes
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_importance studied for ecology
studied for evolution
studied for behavior
important for studying evolution and ecology
gptkbp:social_structure often form flocks outside of breeding season
gptkbp:song often melodious and varied
gptkbp:species gptkb:bird
gptkb:Common_Chaffinch
gptkb:European_Greenfinch
gptkb:American_Goldfinch
gptkb:Crossbill
gptkb:Fringilla_coelebs
gptkb:Lesser_Goldfinch
gptkb:Yellow_Warbler
gptkb:Zebra_Finch
gptkb:Common_Redpoll
Canary
gptkbp:subfamily gptkb:Chloridopsinae
gptkb:Carduelinae
gptkb:Coccothraustinae
gptkb:Fringillinae
Loxigillinae
Tiarisinae
gptkbp:subgenres gptkb:Carduelinae
gptkb:Coccothraustinae
gptkb:Fringillinae
gptkbp:territorial_behavior males may defend territories during breeding season
gptkbp:threats gptkb:invasive_species
climate change
habitat loss
gptkbp:vocalization melodious songs
songbirds
calls vary by species
include calls and songs for communication
gptkbp:wildlife popular among birdwatchers
a threat to many species
often featured in zoos and aviaries
gptkbp:young altricial at hatching
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:bird
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4