Black-headed Siskin
A species of Siskins and new world goldfinches Scientific name : Spinus notatus Genus : Siskins and new world goldfinches
Black-headed Siskin, A species of Siskins and new world goldfinches
Botanical name: Spinus notatus
Genus: Siskins and new world goldfinches
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Description
The black-headed siskin (Spinus notatus), also known in Belize as the Jonny Bee, is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae. It is found in Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forest and heavily degraded former forest. 
Size
12 cm
Feeding Habits
Black-headed Siskin primarily feeds on seeds, foraging them from a variety of plants. This bird exhibits a preference for seeds with a unique adaptation to efficiently extract them. Black-headed Siskin's feeding behavior involves both ground foraging and agile maneuvers among foliage.
Habitat
The black-headed Siskin typically inhabits semi-humid forests, with a particular affinity for pine-oak and oak woodlands. These birds are also known to venture into adjacent, more open areas, adapting to a variety of foliage densities within their preferred ecosystem. The black-headed Siskin is distributed across broader montane regions, favoring elevation-related habitats that provide the specific vegetation types essential for their survival and breeding.
Dite type
Granivorous
General Info
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
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