Puerto Rican Bullfinch
NamePuerto Rican Bullfinch
Common NamePuerto Rican Bullfinch
Scientific NameMelopyrrha portoricensis
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)17
Plumage DetailsMales are glossy black with a distinctive bright orange-red patch covering the throat, chin, and crown. Females are similar but generally duller, with a less vibrant orange-red patch and sometimes a sooty black body.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a varied song of whistles and trills, often described as a series of 'chee-wit' or 'tsee-tsee-tsee' notes, sometimes interspersed with harsher calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Puerto Rico, found throughout the main island and also on the nearby island of Vieques.
Identifying Featuresglossy black plumage, bright orange-red throat and crown, stocky build with conical bill, endemic to Puerto Rico
Description
The Puerto Rican Bullfinch is a small, stocky songbird endemic to Puerto Rico. It is often seen foraging for seeds and fruits in the understory of various forest types, displaying a bold and somewhat aggressive demeanor.
