Grey-browed Brushfinch
A species of Arremon Brush-finches and Sparrows Scientific name : Arremon assimilis Genus : Arremon Brush-finches and Sparrows
Grey-browed Brushfinch, A species of Arremon Brush-finches and Sparrows
Botanical name: Arremon assimilis
Genus: Arremon Brush-finches and Sparrows
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Description
Description
The grey-browed brushfinch (Arremon assimilis) is a species of bird in the family Passerellidae. It is found in the undergrowth of humid forest, especially near the edges, at altitudes of 300 to 1,200 metres (980 to 3,940 ft) in the Andes Mountains of Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, and most of Peru.
Size
20 cm
Feeding Habits
Grey-browed Brushfinch primarily forages on the ground, scratching at leaf litter with its bill. While details on the exact diet are not provided, grey-browed Brushfinch is known to feed alone or in pairs. Grey-browed Brushfinch showcases unique foraging behavior distinguished by bill use rather than feet.
Habitat
The grey-browed Brushfinch thrives in environments with a predominance of humid montane forests. It is also frequently found inhabiting the peripheries of these forests, known as forest edges, as well as areas of older secondary growth that have experienced regrowth after disturbance. The habitat selection for grey-browed Brushfinch is characterized by a preference for densely vegetated regions presenting a relatively high moisture content, essential for their survival and reproductive needs.
Dite type
Granivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
New world sparrows Species
Grey-browed Brushfinch