Black-throated Finch
Poephila cincta
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Estrildidae
About
The black-throated finch, or parson finch, is a species of estrildid finch found in grassy woodlands throughout north-east Australia from Cape York Peninsula to central Queensland. The southern black-throated finch is endangered, with a population in decline and its habitat is threatened by development, and has become extinct in New South Wales, while the northern black-throated finch is not listed as threatened at this point.
Fun Fact
Black-throated Finches have declined dramatically in Australia due to cattle grazing pressure, and the Adani coal mine controversy partly centered on protecting their habitat.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in grassy open forested habitats, generally near bodies of water, such as rivers.
Diet
Eats seed from various species of grass, and also eats spiders and ants.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance