African Chaffinch vs Plain Mountain-finch
Fringilla spodiogenys compared with Leucosticte nemoricola
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Chaffinch | Plain Mountain-finch |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fringilla spodiogenys | Leucosticte nemoricola |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fringillidae | Fringillidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 18.4 cm (7.2 in) |
| Weight | 22.7025 g (0.80 oz) | 22.275 g (0.79 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Chaffinch only
Plain Mountain-finch only
None
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Chaffinch
Least Concern
Plain Mountain-finch
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.