Black-headed Greenfinch
Chloris ambigua
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The Black-headed Greenfinch is a medium-sized finch with a black head, dark olive-green body, and bright yellow wing patches and tail edges. It inhabits open forest, secondary growth, and scrubby hillsides from northeastern India through southern China and Vietnam. It feeds on seeds, berries, and buds, often foraging in the forest canopy and along woodland edges.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.6 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 15.5 g | 0.55 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Fringillidae (Finches) |
| Genus | Chloris |
| Species | Chloris ambigua |
Distribution
Black-headed Greenfinch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Fringillidae family