Vinaceous Rosefinch
NameVinaceous Rosefinch
Common NameVinaceous Rosefinch
Scientific NameCarpodacus vinaceus
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsMales are deep vinaceous red over most of the body, with darker reddish-brown wings and tail. They feature prominent white streaking on the crown and sometimes a faint white supercilium. Females are olive-brown, heavily streaked with darker markings, and have a paler belly.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a soft, whistling 'twee-twee-twee' or 'swee-swee-swee'. Call notes include a sharp 'chip' or 'tsip'.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Himalayas, including Nepal, Bhutan, and northeastern India, extending into parts of China (Sichuan, Yunnan, Gansu) and northern Myanmar.
Identifying FeaturesMale's deep vinaceous red plumage, White streaking on crown (male), Small size, Conical finch bill
Description
A small, stocky finch, the male Vinaceous Rosefinch is striking with its deep vinaceous red plumage and distinctive white streaking on the crown. It is typically found in montane forests and subalpine scrub, foraging for seeds and buds.
