African Chaffinch
Fringilla spodiogenys
Data DeficientAves · Passeriformes · Fringillidae
About
The African chaffinch is a species of passerine bird in the genus Fringilla. The African chaffinch is found from southern Morocco to northwestern Libya, and in Italy on the islands of Lampedusa and Pantelleria, off the Tunisian coast in the Strait of Sicily region; there is also an isolated population in northeastern Libya. It was formerly considered a subspecies of the Eurasian chaffinch. Its habitat includes deciduous forests and lowlands, and during the nonbreeding season extends its habitat to open areas including weedy fields and olive groves.
Fun Fact
The African chaffinch is found from southern Morocco to northwestern Libya, and in Italy on the islands of Lampedusa and Pantelleria, off the Tunisian coast in the Strait of Sicily region; there is also an isolated population in northeastern Libya.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in deciduous forests and Lowlands comprising a mix of trees such as maple (Acer), hornbeam (Carpinus), oak (Quercus), and pine (Pinus), alongside forest edges and clearings.
Diet
Diet of the African chaffinch is similar to the Eurasian chaffinch, mostly eating small invertebrates and their larvae, as well as many flowers, seeds, and buds.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance