Crimson-breasted Finch
Rhodospingus cruentus
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Thraupidae
About
The crimson-breasted finch, is a species of small finch-like bird native to woodland and scrub of western Ecuador and adjacent north-western Peru. It is the only member of the genus Rhodospingus. It has traditionally been placed in the family Emberizidae, but molecular phylogenetic studies have shown that it belongs to the tanager family Thraupidae. It is strongly sexually dichromatic, with males being blackish above and rich orange-red below and on the crown, while females are overall dull greyish-buff.
Fun Fact
It has traditionally been placed in the family Emberizidae, but molecular phylogenetic studies have shown that it belongs to the tanager family Thraupidae.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Native to woodland and scrub of western Ecuador and adjacent north-western Peru.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance