Pale Rockfinch
Carpospiza brachydactyla
The Pale Rockfinch (Carpospiza brachydactyla) is a rare snowfinches and old world sparrow found in 21 countries, weighing about 22 g. The pale rockfinch or pale rock sparrow is a small sparrow found in the Middle East and Central Asia.
About the Pale Rockfinch
The pale rockfinch or pale rock sparrow is a small sparrow found in the Middle East and Central Asia. It is the only member of the genus Carpospiza. Some authorities include it in the genus Petronia. Others have placed it in the finch family due to some similarities in behaviour and form, but the anatomy of its tongue exhibits characteristic sparrow features.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in India, Eritrea, Kazakhstan, Pakistan.
When to see it
Best months: March, April, May, June, July, with peak activity in March. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Pale Rockfinch look like?
- The pale rockfinch or pale rock sparrow is a small sparrow found in the Middle East and Central Asia.
- How big is a Pale Rockfinch?
- The Pale Rockfinch is a small sized bird weighing about 22 g.
- Where can you see a Pale Rockfinch?
- The Pale Rockfinch occurs in 21 countries, including Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Türkiye, Iran and Kuwait.
- What birds look similar to a Pale Rockfinch?
- The Pale Rockfinch is most easily confused with the Sind Sparrow, the Iago Sparrow and the Sudan Golden Sparrow.
- Is the Pale Rockfinch endangered?
- The Pale Rockfinch is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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