Madeira Firecrest

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Madeira Firecrest (<em>Regulus madeirensis</em>) is a species of Goldcrests, Kinglets (<em>Regulidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Madeira Firecrest (Regulus madeirensis) is a species of Goldcrests, Kinglets (Regulidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Regulus; binomial: Regulus madeirensis; authority: Harcourt, 1851.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: to lower elevations.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Change English name of Regulus madeirae to Madeira Firecrest (Clarke 2006; N. Redman).

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