Sinai Rosefinch
NameSinai Rosefinch
Common NameSinai Rosefinch
Scientific NameCarpodacus synoicus
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsMale plumage features a bright rosy-red forehead, supercilium, throat, breast, and rump. The crown and nape are duller reddish-brown, while the back and wings are brown with darker streaking. The belly is a paler pinkish-white. Females are dull sandy-brown overall with faint streaking, lacking the vibrant red.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, whistling 'twee-twee-twee' or 'chup-chup' calls, and a trilling song.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsdesert, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Middle East, including the Sinai Peninsula, southern Israel, Jordan, parts of Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Afghanistan.
Identifying FeaturesMales with bright rosy-red head, breast, and rump, Stout, conical bill, Brown upperparts contrasting with red, Inhabits arid, rocky mountain areas
Description
This small, stocky finch is characterized by the male's striking pinkish-red plumage on the head, breast, and rump, contrasting with brown upperparts. They are typically found in arid, rocky mountain environments, feeding primarily on seeds.
