Black-legged Dacnis vs Lesser Grass-finch
Dacnis nigripes compared with Emberizoides ypiranganus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-legged Dacnis | Lesser Grass-finch |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dacnis nigripes | Emberizoides ypiranganus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thraupidae | Thraupidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 11.9 cm (4.7 in) | 12.4 cm (4.9 in) |
| Weight | 13.375 g (0.47 oz) | 20.4 g (0.72 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Black-legged Dacnis only
Lesser Grass-finch only
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Black-legged Dacnis
Least Concern
Lesser Grass-finch
About These Birds
Black-legged Dacnis
The Black-legged Dacnis is a near-threatened, small tanager with vivid turquoise plumage, a black back and eye mask, and distinctively black legs and feet. It is endemic to the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, inhabiting the canopy and edges of humid lowland and montane forest. It feeds on small insects, nectar, and berries, often foraging in mixed-species flocks.