Diuca Finch
Diuca diuca
The Diuca Finch (Diuca diuca) is a uncommon tanager found in 4 countries, weighing about 37 g. The diuca finch is a species of bird in the tanager family Thraupidae.
About the Diuca Finch
The diuca finch is a species of bird in the tanager family Thraupidae. It is the only member of the genus Diuca. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland, and heavily degraded former forest.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Falkland Islands.
When to see it
The Diuca 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 Diuca Finch look like?
- The diuca finch is a species of bird in the tanager family Thraupidae.
- How big is a Diuca Finch?
- The Diuca Finch is a small sized bird weighing about 37 g.
- Where can you see a Diuca Finch?
- The Diuca Finch occurs in 4 countries, including Chile, Argentina and Bolivia.
- What birds look similar to a Diuca Finch?
- The Diuca Finch is most easily confused with the White-shouldered Tanager, the Ruby-crowned Tanager and the Olive-grey Saltator.
- Is the Diuca Finch endangered?
- The Diuca Finch is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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