Blanford's Rosefinch
Agraphospiza rubescens
The Blanford's Rosefinch (Agraphospiza rubescens) is a legendary finches, euphonias, and alli found in 4 countries, weighing about 19 g. Blanford's rosefinch or the crimson rosefinch, is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae.
About the Blanford's Rosefinch
Blanford's rosefinch or the crimson rosefinch, is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae. It is found in Bhutan, China, India, and Nepal. Its natural habitat is boreal forest.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: February, March, April, May, June, November, with peak activity in April. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Blanford's Rosefinch look like?
- Blanford's rosefinch or the crimson rosefinch, is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae.
- How big is a Blanford's Rosefinch?
- The Blanford's Rosefinch is a small sized bird weighing about 19 g.
- Where can you see a Blanford's Rosefinch?
- The Blanford's Rosefinch occurs in 4 countries, including India, China, Bhutan and Nepal.
- What birds look similar to a Blanford's Rosefinch?
- The Blanford's Rosefinch is most easily confused with the Northern Grosbeak-Canary, the Akikiki and the Yellow-rumped Seedeater.
- Is the Blanford's Rosefinch endangered?
- The Blanford's Rosefinch is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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