Española Ground-Finch

Geospiza conirostris

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Aves · Passeriformes · Thraupidae

About

The Española cactus finch is a species of bird in the tanager family Thraupidae. It is one of Darwin's finches, and is endemic to the Galápagos islands, where it is restricted to Española, Genovesa, and the Darwin and Wolf Islands. This rather dark bird resembles the smaller and finer-beaked common cactus finch, but the two species do not co-inhabit any island.

Fun Fact

The Española cactus finch is among the largest of the Darwin's finches, measuring 15 cm (5.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to the Galápagos islands, where it is restricted to Española, Genovesa, and the Darwin and Wolf Islands.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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