Taiwan Rosefinch
A species of Eurasian Rosefinches Scientific name : Carpodacus formosanus Genus : Eurasian Rosefinches
Taiwan Rosefinch, A species of Eurasian Rosefinches
Botanical name: Carpodacus formosanus
Genus: Eurasian Rosefinches
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Description
The Taiwan rosefinch (Carpodacus formosanus) is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae. It was formerly considered a subspecies of the vinaceous rosefinch. It is endemic to Taiwan. Its natural habitats are temperate forests and subtropical or tropical dry forests.
Feeding Habits
Taiwan Rosefinch primarily feeds on plant seeds, often foraging on the ground or in dense vegetation. It clings to flowerheads to extract seeds and may perch motionlessly in bushes. Typically found feeding alone or in small groups.
Habitat
The taiwan Rosefinch is primarily found in montane regions, where it inhabits forest edges and dense bamboo thickets. This species favors areas where scrub and roadside vegetation provide ample cover and foraging opportunities within these highland environments.
Dite type
Granivorous
General Info
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
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Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Finches Genus
Eurasian Rosefinches Species
Taiwan Rosefinch