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Rufous-necked Snowfinch

A species of Pyrgilauda
Scientific name : Pyrgilauda ruficollis Genus : Pyrgilauda

Rufous-necked Snowfinch, A species of Pyrgilauda
Botanical name: Pyrgilauda ruficollis
Genus: Pyrgilauda
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Rufous-necked Snowfinch (Pyrgilauda ruficollis) Photo By Ashwin Viswanathan

Description

The rufous-necked snowfinch (Pyrgilauda ruficollis) is a species of bird in the sparrow family. It is found in Tibet and adjacent areas of central China; it winters south to Uttarakhand, Nepal, Sikkim and Bhutan. Its natural habitat is temperate grassland.
Size
15 cm
Feeding Habits
Rufous-necked Snowfinch primarily consumes seeds and insects, often foraging on the ground and investigating domestic animal dung. Rufous-necked Snowfinch exhibits an extensive running behavior, employing both legs and bill to dig for food. Typically found in pairs or small flocks, rufous-necked Snowfinch gathers in larger groups when not breeding.
Habitat
The habitat of rufous-necked Snowfinch typically comprises high barren stony steppes and grassy plateaus. These birds are often found at the fringes of small watercourses and near refuse areas adjacent to human settlements. They are known to associate with colonies of pikas (Ochotona) and voles (Microtus), although less frequently than closely related species.
Dite type
Granivorous
Rufous-necked Snowfinch (Pyrgilauda ruficollis) Rufous-necked Snowfinch (Pyrgilauda ruficollis) Photo By Ashwin Viswanathan

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