Arabian Grosbeak

Arabian Grosbeak

Rhynchostruthus percivali

Near Threatened
Wingspan
17.8 cm
Weight
30.375 g
Family
Fringillidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Arabian Grosbeak is a near-threatened finch from the mountains of Oman and Yemen, weighing about 30 grams with a wingspan near 18 cm. Its heavy bill is adapted for cracking hard seeds and fruit stones in montane forest and dense scrub habitats. The restricted range of this stocky finch makes it vulnerable to habitat disturbance.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 17.8 cm 7.0 in
Weight 30.375 g 1.07 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CP,PL.

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Fringillidae (Finches)
Genus Rhynchostruthus
Species Rhynchostruthus percivali

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Arabian Grosbeak endangered?
The Arabian Grosbeak has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Arabian Grosbeak nest?
Nest type: CP,PL.
How big is the Arabian Grosbeak?
The Arabian Grosbeak has a wingspan of 17.8 cm, weight of 30.375 g.
What order and family does the Arabian Grosbeak belong to?
The Arabian Grosbeak (Rhynchostruthus percivali) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Fringillidae.

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