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.
At a glance
- Scientific name
- Serinus canaria
- Category
- Birds
- Animal type
- Bird
Some species are regulated (CITES, ownership permits) — check the rules before keeping one.
