Lesser Antillean Bullfinch
A species of Lesser Antillean Bullfinches Scientific name : Loxigilla noctis Genus : Lesser Antillean Bullfinches
Lesser Antillean Bullfinch, A species of Lesser Antillean Bullfinches
Botanical name: Loxigilla noctis
Genus: Lesser Antillean Bullfinches
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Description
The lesser Antillean Bullfinch has a very limited subtropical and tropical range and prefers to stick to the dense coverage of thickets. These birds are sometimes confused with the St. Lucia black finch (Melanospiza richardsoni) as they share the same black coloration. The lesser Antillean Bullfinch has a recognizable song of several “wheet” notes.
Size
16 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Feeding Habits
Lesser Antillean Bullfinch's diet consists of arthropods, nectar, fruits, and seeds. They forage actively, adept at extracting food from foliage. Adapted to diverse diets, they show a preference for certain seeds, indicating evolved taste mechanisms. Their feeding behaviors are opportunistic, adjusting to food availability.
Habitat
Lesser Antillean Bullfinch typically resides in a range of environments including tropical evergreen forests, deciduous woodlands, and lush rainforests. It adapts well to disturbed habitats, thriving in areas of second growth and forest understorey. Not uncommon in domesticated landscapes, lesser Antillean Bullfinch often populates urban gardens. Its habitat also extends to more arid regions encompassing dry forests and mangrove swamps, from sea-level up to elevations of 900 meters.
Dite type
Granivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tanagers Species
Lesser Antillean Bullfinch 
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