Red-crested Finch vs Black-hooded Sierra-finch
Coryphospingus cucullatus compared with Phrygilus atriceps
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Red-crested Finch | Black-hooded Sierra-finch |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coryphospingus cucullatus | Phrygilus atriceps |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thraupidae | Thraupidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 12.8 cm (5.0 in) | 18.9 cm (7.4 in) |
| Weight | 14.5 g (0.51 oz) | 24.15 g (0.85 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Red-crested Finch only
None
Black-hooded Sierra-finch only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Red-crested Finch
Least Concern
Black-hooded Sierra-finch
About These Birds
Black-hooded Sierra-finch
The Black-hooded Sierra-finch is a compact, ground-dwelling finch; males have a black hood, gray body, and rufous-brown upperwings, while females are more streaked brown. It inhabits high-altitude grasslands, rocky slopes, and puna scrub in the Andes from Peru south to northwestern Argentina, typically above 3,000 meters. It forages on the ground for seeds and insects.