African Chaffinch vs Lesser Goldfinch
Fringilla spodiogenys compared with Spinus psaltria
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Chaffinch | Lesser Goldfinch |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fringilla spodiogenys | Spinus psaltria |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fringillidae | Fringillidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 12.2 cm (4.8 in) |
| Weight | 22.7025 g (0.80 oz) | 9.716666666666667 g (0.34 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Chaffinch
Least Concern
Lesser Goldfinch
About These Birds
African Chaffinch
The African Chaffinch weighs about 23g and is found in North Africa and the Canary Islands. It inhabits woodland and scrub, foraging for seeds and insects on the ground and in trees.