Black-capped Siskin
Spinus atriceps
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<birdfyi-bird slug="spinus-atriceps"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-capped Siskin (Spinus atriceps) is a bird species in the family Fringillidae (finches), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.4 cm and a weight of 13.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Black-capped Siskin is a small finch restricted to the high-altitude pine and mixed forests of southern Mexico and Guatemala, with males showing a bold black cap contrasting with yellow-green plumage and white wingbars. It inhabits open highland forests and forest edges above 2,000 meters. It feeds primarily on small seeds from conifers, grasses, and other plants.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Kanat Açıklığı | 13,4 cm | 5.3 in |
| Ağırlık | 13,5 g | 0.48 oz |
Habitat & Range
Koruma Durumu
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Takım | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Familya | Fringillidae (Finches) |
| Genus | Spinus |
| Türler | Spinus atriceps |
Distribution
Black-capped Siskin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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