Española Ground-Finch
Geospiza conirostris
VulnerableAves · 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