Black-faced Brushfinch
Atlapetes melanolaemus
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About
The Black-faced Brushfinch is a sparrow-like bird with olive-green upperparts, yellow underparts, and a bold black mask covering the face and throat. It is endemic to the Andes of Bolivia and northwestern Argentina, inhabiting humid montane scrub and forest edges at mid to high elevations. It feeds on seeds, berries, and insects, typically foraging in dense undergrowth near the forest floor.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.1 cm | 5.6 in |
| Weight | 29.0 g | 1.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 13-14 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Atlapetes |
| Species | Atlapetes melanolaemus |
Distribution
Black-faced Brushfinch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Passerellidae family