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Black-fronted Brushfinch
Atlapetes nigrifrons
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.9 cm
Weight
23.6 g
Family
Passerellidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
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
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Atlapetes |
| Species | Atlapetes nigrifrons |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-fronted Brushfinch endangered?
The Black-fronted Brushfinch has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Black-fronted Brushfinch?
The Black-fronted Brushfinch has a wingspan of 14.9 cm, weight of 23.6 g.
What order and family does the Black-fronted Brushfinch belong to?
The Black-fronted Brushfinch (Atlapetes nigrifrons) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Passerellidae.
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