Oriental Greenfinch
NameOriental Greenfinch
Common NameOriental Greenfinch
Scientific NameChloris sinica
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)27
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsMales have a grey head, yellowish-green nape and breast, and an olive-brown back. The underparts are yellowish-green, fading to buff on the belly. The wings are dark with striking bright yellow patches on the primaries and secondaries, forming a prominent wing-bar. The tail is dark with yellow bases to the outer tail feathers. Females are generally duller with less extensive yellow.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a distinctive 'twee-ee' or 'chur-r-r' call. The song is a mix of trills and whistles, often concluding with a drawn-out 'swee-ee-ee' sound.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Oriental Greenfinch is widely distributed across East Asia, including eastern Russia, China, Korea, Japan, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Identifying FeaturesStout, conical, pale bill, Grey head with yellowish-green nape and breast (males), Prominent yellow patches in wings and tail, Olive-brown back, Undulating flight pattern
Description
The Oriental Greenfinch is a medium-sized finch characterized by its stout, conical bill and vibrant plumage. Males display a grey head, yellowish-green nape and breast, and prominent yellow patches in the wings and tail. This species is often found foraging for seeds in open woodlands, cultivated areas, and gardens.
