Asian Rosy-finch
Leucosticte arctoa
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The Asian Rosy-finch is a hardy finch inhabiting high-altitude rocky terrain and snowfields across Central Asia and parts of eastern Russia. Weighing about 33.8g with a wingspan of 21.2cm, it has pinkish-tinged wing patches contrasting with dark brown plumage. It feeds on seeds and invertebrates, descending to lower elevations in winter.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.2 cm | 8.3 in |
| Weight | 33.800000000000004 g | 1.19 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Fringillidae (Finches) |
| Genus | Leucosticte |
| Species | Leucosticte arctoa |
Distribution
Asian Rosy-finch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Fringillidae family