Cinnamon Warbling-Finch
NameCinnamon Warbling-Finch
Common NameCinnamon Warbling-Finch
Scientific NameMicrospingus ornatus
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)16
Plumage DetailsFeatures a black crown, a broad yellow supercilium, a black eyestripe, and a white malar stripe. The underparts are a rich cinnamon-orange, fading to yellowish on the lower belly. The back is greyish-brown, and the dark wings show prominent white wing bars.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a thin, high-pitched, slightly buzzy song, often delivered as a series of clear, high notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, desert, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to central and western Argentina, primarily found in the dry Andean foothills and adjacent lowlands.
Identifying Featuresblack crown, yellow supercilium, black eyestripe, white malar stripe, cinnamon underparts, white wing bars
Description
A small, striking finch-like bird endemic to Argentina. It is characterized by its bold head pattern and vibrant cinnamon underparts, typically foraging in arid scrub and open woodlands.
