African Chaffinch vs American Goldfinch
Fringilla spodiogenys compared with Spinus tristis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Chaffinch | American Goldfinch |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fringilla spodiogenys | Spinus tristis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fringillidae | Fringillidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 14.0 cm (5.5 in) |
| Weight | 22.7025 g (0.80 oz) | 12.95 g (0.46 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Chaffinch
Least Concern
American 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.
American Goldfinch
The American Goldfinch is a bright yellow finch weighing about 13 g with a 14 cm wingspan, widespread across North America in open fields, roadsides, and gardens. Males display vivid lemon-yellow plumage in summer, while both sexes feed almost entirely on seeds, particularly from composites like thistles.