Apurimac Brushfinch vs Cinnamon-tailed Sparrow
Atlapetes forbesi compared with Peucaea sumichrasti
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Apurimac Brushfinch | Cinnamon-tailed Sparrow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Atlapetes forbesi | Peucaea sumichrasti |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Passerellidae | Passerellidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 15.8 cm (6.2 in) | 13.9 cm (5.5 in) |
| Weight | 31.0 g (1.09 oz) | 26.975 g (0.95 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Apurimac Brushfinch
Near Threatened
Cinnamon-tailed Sparrow
About These Birds
Apurimac Brushfinch
The Apurimac Brushfinch is a robust brush-finch from Peru's Apurimac region, weighing about 31 grams with a wingspan near 16 cm. It inhabits montane scrub and forest edges along Andean slopes. This species forages for seeds and insects in dense vegetation typical of the high-altitude transitional zones of the Peruvian Andes.