Black-and-chestnut Warbling-finch
Poospiza whitii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="poospiza-whitii"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-and-chestnut Warbling-finch (Poospiza whitii) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.5 cm and a weight of 15.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Black-and-chestnut Warbling-finch is a small finch of the arid Andean valleys and dry scrubland in Argentina and Bolivia. Males have a black head, chestnut wings, and whitish underparts. It forages in scrub and rocky terrain for seeds and insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.5 cm | 4.9 in |
| Weight | 15.15 g | 0.53 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 | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Poospiza |
| Species | Poospiza whitii |
Distribution
Black-and-chestnut Warbling-finch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Thraupidae family