Tricolored Brushfinch
A species of Atlapetes Brush-finches Scientific name : Atlapetes tricolor Genus : Atlapetes Brush-finches
Tricolored Brushfinch, A species of Atlapetes Brush-finches
Botanical name: Atlapetes tricolor
Genus: Atlapetes Brush-finches
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Description
Photo By Lars Petersson
Description
The tricolored brushfinch (Atlapetes tricolor) is a species of bird in the family Passerellidae. It is found in the Andes of central Peru and Ecuador. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and heavily degraded former forest.
Size
18 cm
Habitat
Tricolored Brushfinch typically inhabits the undergrowth of shrubby clearings, secondary woodlands, and the edges of humid forests, particularly where these environments transition. They are also found within open mossy cloud forests, often exploiting the ecological niches created by forest openings. Their preferred habitats are characterized by rich vegetation and a moist, temperate climate ideal for foraging.
Dite type
Granivorous
Photo By Lars Petersson
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
New world sparrows Genus
Atlapetes Brush-finches Species
Tricolored Brushfinch