Patagonian Sierra-finch vs Black-backed Tanager
Phrygilus patagonicus compared with Tangara peruviana
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Patagonian Sierra-finch | Black-backed Tanager |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phrygilus patagonicus | Tangara peruviana |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thraupidae | Thraupidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 14.8 cm (5.8 in) | 14.6 cm (5.7 in) |
| Weight | 23.25 g (0.82 oz) | 22.0 g (0.78 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Patagonian Sierra-finch only
None
Black-backed Tanager only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Patagonian Sierra-finch
Vulnerable
Black-backed Tanager
About These Birds
Black-backed Tanager
The Black-backed Tanager is a vulnerable, attractive tanager found in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, particularly in coastal forest remnants. Males have a silvery-blue body with a jet-black back and bright rufous head. It is threatened by the severe fragmentation of the Atlantic Forest biome.