Thick-billed Seed-Finch
NameThick-billed Seed-Finch
Common NameThick-billed Seed-Finch
Scientific NameSporophila funerea
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsAdult males are entirely glossy black with a small white patch visible at the base of the primary flight feathers. The bill is thick and conical, typically dark gray to black. Females are dull brown overall, with a slightly paler belly and a dark bill.
Vocalization / CallTheir vocalizations include a series of clear, whistled notes, often forming a complex and melodious song. They also produce sharp 'chip' calls.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, wetland, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound from southern Mexico south through Central America (Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama) into northern South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.
Identifying FeaturesThick, conical bill, Glossy black plumage (male), Small white wing patch (male), Prefers grassy and marshy habitats
Description
The Thick-billed Seed-Finch is a small, robust finch. Males are entirely glossy black with a distinctive thick, conical bill, while females are dull brown. They are typically found in open, grassy areas and wetlands, often perching on reeds or low vegetation.
