Ash-breasted Sierra-finch
Geospizopsis plebejus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="geospizopsis-plebejus"></birdfyi-bird>The Ash-breasted Sierra-finch (Geospizopsis plebejus) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.8 cm and a weight of 14.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Ash-breasted Sierra-finch is a highland finch found in Andean grasslands and shrublands from Peru to Argentina. Weighing around 14.7g with a wingspan of about 14.8cm, it has ash-grey underparts and brown-streaked upperparts. It feeds on seeds and insects in open mountain habitats.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.8 cm | 5.8 in |
| Weight | 14.666666666666666 g | 0.52 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CR.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Geospizopsis |
| Species | Geospizopsis plebejus |
Distribution
Ash-breasted Sierra-finch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Thraupidae family