Plain-tailed Warbling-Finch
NamePlain-tailed Warbling-Finch
Common NamePlain-tailed Warbling-Finch
Scientific NameMicrospingus alticola
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)17
Plumage DetailsThis species has dark gray upperparts, a prominent white supercilium, and a black eyestripe. The throat and upper breast are rufous-orange, contrasting with a whitish belly. The tail is plain dark brown.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a warbling song, often a rapid series of high-pitched notes that can include trills. Calls are typically sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andes mountains of central and southern Peru, typically found at elevations between 2,500 and 4,000 meters.
Identifying FeaturesWhite supercilium, Black eyestripe, Rufous throat and upper breast, Dark gray upperparts, Plain dark tail
Description
The Plain-tailed Warbling-Finch is a small, finch-like tanager characterized by its distinctive head pattern and rufous throat. It typically forages in dense montane scrub and forest edges, often at high altitudes in the Andes.
