Taiwan Rosefinch vs Ankober Serin
Carpodacus formosanus compared with Crithagra ankoberensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Taiwan Rosefinch | Ankober Serin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Carpodacus formosanus | Crithagra ankoberensis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fringillidae | Fringillidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.8 cm (5.4 in) | 14.6 cm (5.7 in) |
| Weight | 22.15 g (0.78 oz) | 14.5 g (0.51 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Taiwan Rosefinch
Vulnerable
Ankober Serin
About These Birds
Ankober Serin
The Ankober Serin is a vulnerable finch with a 14.6 cm wingspan, weighing 14.5 grams, restricted to a small area of cliffs and escarpments in the Ethiopian highlands near Ankober. It forages for seeds on rocky slopes and cliff faces. Its extremely limited range makes it highly threatened.