Open arid and semi-arid habitats including scrubland, farmland, and woodland near water in Australia.
Hawfinch
Deciduous and mixed woodland, orchards, parks, and large gardens with mature fruiting trees.
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Song & Call Comparison
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Song & Call Comparison
雞尾鸚鵡
鸣唱
A loud, whistled 'weet' or 'weeeet'. Males whistle a melodic series; contact call is a high nasal 'ny'. Capable of mimicry in captivity. Song is relatively simple but pleasant.
Hawfinch
鸣唱
A sharp, metallic 'tsick' call — the primary vocalization and often all that's heard. Song is a thin, reedy warble. Generally inconspicuous vocally despite its striking appearance.
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Geographic Range & Migration
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Geographic Range & Migration
雞尾鸚鵡
Interior of Australia, generally avoiding coastal areas. The second most popular pet bird worldwide.
Hawfinch
Europe, North Africa, and western and central Asia. Partially migratory, with northern populations moving south in winter.
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Conservation Status Comparison
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保护状况
Least Concern
雞尾鸚鵡
Least Concern
Hawfinch
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Identification Tips — How to Tell Them Apart
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How to Tell Them Apart
雞尾鸚鵡
羽毛
Wild-type males are grey with white wing patches, a yellow face, and bright orange cheek patches. Females are duller with barred tail undersides. Many captive color mutations exist.
喙
Short, curved, grey bill
Hawfinch
羽毛
Orange-brown head with a black bib and eye stripe. Warm brown back, grey nape, and broad white wing bar. Massive head and bill give a top-heavy appearance.
喙
Enormously powerful, conical, pale bill capable of cracking cherry and olive stones
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About Each Bird (Descriptions)
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