Black-fronted Brushfinch
Atlapetes nigrifrons
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<birdfyi-bird slug="atlapetes-nigrifrons"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-fronted Brushfinch (Atlapetes nigrifrons) is a bird species in the family Passerellidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.9 cm and a weight of 23.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Black-fronted Brushfinch is a compact, sparrow-like bird with olive-green upperparts, yellowish underparts, and a bold black forehead and facial mask. It is endemic to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador, inhabiting dense montane scrub, bamboo thickets, and forest edges at mid to high elevations. It forages in dense vegetation for seeds, small fruits, and insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.9 cm | 5.9 in |
| Weight | 23.6 g | 0.83 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Atlapetes |
| Species | Atlapetes nigrifrons |
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Other species in the Passerellidae family