Raimondi's Yellow-Finch
NameRaimondi's Yellow-Finch
Common NameRaimondi's Yellow-Finch
Scientific NameSicalis raimondii
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)14
Plumage DetailsAdult males have bright yellow heads and underparts, with an olive-yellow back and dusky wings and tail. Females are duller, with olive-brownish upperparts, pale yellowish underparts, and some streaking on the breast and flanks.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a simple, high-pitched 'tseep' call and a short, unmusical song.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsdesert, mountain, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Pacific slope and coastal deserts of western Peru, ranging from La Libertad south to Arequipa.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow plumage (males), Small, finch-like appearance with conical bill, Association with arid, rocky habitats, Often seen in flocks
Description
This small finch exhibits strong sexual dimorphism, with males displaying vibrant yellow plumage and females being much duller. They are typically found in flocks, foraging on the ground in arid and rocky environments of western Peru.
