Andean Siskin
Spinus spinescens
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Least Concern
Envergadura
12,6 cm
Peso
11,65 g
Familia
Fringillidae
Orden
Passeriformes
Acerca de
The Andean Siskin is a small finch with a 12.6 cm wingspan, weighing around 11.65 grams. It inhabits shrubby montane habitats and forest edges along the Andes. It forages in small flocks for seeds, and males display yellow-green plumage with contrasting dark markings.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 12,6 cm | 5.0 in |
| Peso | 11,65 g | 0.41 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Passeriformes (Aves Canoras) |
| Familia | Fringillidae (Pinzones) |
| Genus | Spinus |
| Especies | Spinus spinescens |
Distribution
Andean Siskin has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Presente
Not recorded
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External Databases
Preguntas frecuentes
Is the Andean Siskin endangered?
The Andean Siskin has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Andean Siskin?
The Andean Siskin has a wingspan of 12.6 cm, weight of 11.65 g.
What order and family does the Andean Siskin belong to?
The Andean Siskin (Spinus spinescens) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Fringillidae.
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