Bay-chested Warbling-finch
Castanozoster thoracicus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="castanozoster-thoracicus"></birdfyi-bird>The Bay-chested Warbling-finch (Castanozoster thoracicus) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.8 cm and a weight of 11.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Bay-chested Warbling-finch is a small finch of high Andean grasslands and shrubby slopes in Bolivia and northwestern Argentina. It has a rich chestnut breast band contrasting with grey and white underparts. It feeds on seeds and small insects, often seen in pairs or small flocks in open puna habitats.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.8 cm | 5.0 in |
| Weight | 11.9 g | 0.42 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Castanozoster |
| Species | Castanozoster thoracicus |
Distribution
Bay-chested Warbling-finch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Other species in the Thraupidae family