Black-capped Warbling Finch
Microspingus melanoleucus
The Black-capped Warbling Finch (Microspingus melanoleucus) is a uncommon tanager found in 5 countries, weighing about 13 g. The black-capped warbling finch is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae.
About the Black-capped Warbling Finch
The black-capped warbling finch is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay and western Uruguay. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, and subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Black-capped Warbling Finch can be seen all year round, with peak activity in October. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Black-capped Warbling Finch look like?
- The black-capped warbling finch is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae.
- How big is a Black-capped Warbling Finch?
- The Black-capped Warbling Finch is a tiny sized bird weighing about 13 g.
- Where can you see a Black-capped Warbling Finch?
- The Black-capped Warbling Finch occurs in 5 countries, including Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia, Uruguay and Brazil.
- What birds look similar to a Black-capped Warbling Finch?
- The Black-capped Warbling Finch is most easily confused with the Grey-throated Warbling Finch, the Ringed Warbling Finch and the Buff-throated Warbling Finch.
- Is the Black-capped Warbling Finch endangered?
- The Black-capped Warbling Finch is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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