Black-faced Brushfinch
Atlapetes melanolaemus
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À propos
The Black-faced Brushfinch is a sparrow-like bird with olive-green upperparts, yellow underparts, and a bold black mask covering the face and throat. It is endemic to the Andes of Bolivia and northwestern Argentina, inhabiting humid montane scrub and forest edges at mid to high elevations. It feeds on seeds, berries, and insects, typically foraging in dense undergrowth near the forest floor.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 14,1 cm | 5.6 in |
| Poids | 29,0 g | 1.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 13-14 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Atlapetes |
| Espèces | Atlapetes melanolaemus |
Distribution
Black-faced Brushfinch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Passerellidae family