Black-backed Grosbeak
Pheucticus aureoventris
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pheucticus-aureoventris"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-backed Grosbeak (Pheucticus aureoventris) is a bird species in the family Cardinalidae (cardinals & grosbeaks), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22.1 cm and a weight of 58.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
The Black-backed Grosbeak is a large, striking finch found along forest edges and scrubby montane slopes on the eastern Andes from Colombia to Bolivia and Argentina. Males have a black back and head with golden-yellow underparts and a massive bill. It feeds on seeds, berries, and insects, often foraging in the canopy.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 22,1 cm | 8.7 in |
| Poids | 58,5 g | 2.06 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP.
Taille de la couvée
2-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Cardinalidae (Cardinals & Grosbeaks) |
| Genus | Pheucticus |
| Espèces | Pheucticus aureoventris |
Distribution
Black-backed Grosbeak has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cardinalidae family