Orange Bullfinch
NameOrange Bullfinch
Common NameOrange Bullfinch
Scientific NamePyrrhula aurantiaca
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)24
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)24
Plumage DetailsMales have a bright orange head and underparts, a prominent black face mask extending to the chin, black wings with a broad white wing-bar, and a black tail. The rump is white. Females are generally duller, with grayish-brown plumage washed with orange.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a soft, melancholic, whistling 'dew' or 'pyu' note, often given while foraging.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the western Himalayas, found in parts of Afghanistan, Pakistan, India (Kashmir), and Tajikistan, typically at high altitudes.
Identifying FeaturesBright orange plumage (male), Black face mask, White wing-bar on black wings, Stocky build with a short, conical bill
Description
This small, stocky finch is characterized by its vibrant orange plumage and a distinctive black face mask. Males are particularly striking, while females are duller. They are typically found in high-altitude coniferous and mixed forests.
