Black-faced Grassquit

Black-faced Grassquit

Melanospiza bicolor

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Thraupidae

About

The black-faced grassquit is a small bird. It is recognized as a tanager closely related to Darwin's finches. It breeds in the West Indies except Cuba, on Tobago but not Trinidad, and along the northern coasts of Colombia and Venezuela.

Fun Fact

It is recognized as a tanager closely related to Darwin's finches.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds mainly on seeds, especially of grasses and weeds, occasionally on fruits and berries.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance