Arabian Serin
Crithagra rothschildi
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The Arabian Serin is a small finch endemic to southwestern Arabia, weighing about 14 grams with a wingspan near 13 cm. It inhabits montane scrub and terraced cultivation in the highlands of Yemen and Saudi Arabia, feeding on small seeds. This compact seed-eater is closely related to other African and Arabian serins in the Fringillidae family.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.0 cm | 5.1 in |
| Weight | 14.0 g | 0.49 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 13-14 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Fringillidae (Finches) |
| Genus | Crithagra |
| Species | Crithagra rothschildi |
Distribution
Arabian Serin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Fringillidae family