White-winged Snowfinch
Montifringilla nivalis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="montifringilla-nivalis"></birdfyi-bird>The White-winged Snowfinch (Montifringilla nivalis) is a bird species in the family Passeridae (old world sparrows), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.8 cm and a weight of 44 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.8 cm | 9.4 in |
| Weight | 44.0 g | 1.55 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CR,BU. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 18-22 days.
Clutch Size
4-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passeridae (Old World Sparrows) |
| Genus | Montifringilla |
| Species | Montifringilla nivalis |
Distribution
White-winged Snowfinch has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Passeridae family