Uniform Finch
NameUniform Finch
Common NameUniform Finch
Scientific NameHaplospiza unicolor
FamilyThraupidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)13.5
Plumage DetailsAdult males are uniformly dark slate-grey, appearing almost black in certain light conditions. Females are duller, olive-brown above with paler, streaked underparts. Juveniles resemble females.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a high-pitched, thin 'tseep' or 'tsit' call. The song is a rapid series of high-pitched, somewhat jumbled notes.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina.
Identifying Featuresuniform dark slate-grey plumage (male), small size, conical finch-like bill, skulking behavior in dense vegetation
Description
A small, uniformly dark slate-grey finch, often found skulking in dense undergrowth. Males are entirely dark, while females are duller olive-brown with streaked underparts. They typically forage on or near the ground.
