Black-faced Grassquit
Melanospiza bicolor
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<birdfyi-bird slug="melanospiza-bicolor"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-faced Grassquit (Melanospiza bicolor) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.5 cm and a weight of 10 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
The Black-faced Grassquit is a small, chunky finch; males are largely black with olive-green upperwings, while females are dull olive-brown. It inhabits open grassy areas, scrublands, gardens, and coastal vegetation throughout the Caribbean and parts of northern South America. It feeds almost entirely on small grass seeds, sometimes supplemented by small insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 10,5 cm | 4.1 in |
| Poids | 10,0 g | 0.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SP.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Melanospiza |
| Espèces | Melanospiza bicolor |
Distribution
Black-faced Grassquit has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Foire aux questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Thraupidae family