Black-chinned Siskin

Black-chinned Siskin

Spinus barbatus

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Fringillidae

About

The black-chinned siskin is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae. Found in Argentina, Chile and the Falkland Islands, its natural habitats are temperate forests and heavily degraded former forest.

Fun Fact

The black-chinned siskin grows to a length of about 13 centimetres (5 in).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to southern Chile and southern Argentina as far south as Tierra del Fuego, and also the Falkland Islands.

Diet

Feeds on the ground.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance