Dark-breasted Rosefinch
NameDark-breasted Rosefinch
Common NameDark-breasted Rosefinch
Scientific NameProcarduelis nipalensis
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)25.5
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)24
Plumage DetailsAdult males display a vibrant deep crimson-red on the head, throat, and breast, often with a darker mask. The back and wings are brownish-red to dark brown, while the belly is a paler pinkish-red. Females are duller, mostly olive-brown with streaking.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a soft, melodious song composed of sweet, whistling notes, and common calls like a gentle "chip" or "tew".
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Himalayas and adjacent mountain ranges, extending from northern Pakistan and India through Nepal, Bhutan, and into southwestern China and northern Myanmar.
Identifying FeaturesDeep crimson-red head and underparts (male), Darker brownish-red back and wings, Stout, conical bill, High-altitude forest habitat
Description
This medium-sized finch is characterized by the male's striking deep crimson-red plumage on the head and underparts, contrasting with a darker back and wings. It typically inhabits high-altitude coniferous and mixed forests, foraging for seeds and buds.
