White-rumped Snowfinch
Onychostruthus taczanowskii
The White-rumped Snowfinch (Onychostruthus taczanowskii) is a rare snowfinches and old world sparrow found in 3 countries, weighing about 33 g. The white-rumped snowfinch is a species of passerine bird in the sparrow family Passeridae.
About the White-rumped Snowfinch
The white-rumped snowfinch is a species of passerine bird in the sparrow family Passeridae. It is the only member of the genus Onychostruthus. It is sometimes placed in the genus Montifringilla.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in July. It is a summer visitor species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a White-rumped Snowfinch look like?
- The white-rumped snowfinch is a species of passerine bird in the sparrow family Passeridae.
- How big is a White-rumped Snowfinch?
- The White-rumped Snowfinch is a small sized bird weighing about 33 g.
- Where can you see a White-rumped Snowfinch?
- The White-rumped Snowfinch occurs in 3 countries, including China, India and Nepal.
- What birds look similar to a White-rumped Snowfinch?
- The White-rumped Snowfinch is most easily confused with the Shelley's Sparrow, the Desert Sparrow and the Rufous-necked Snowfinch.
- Is the White-rumped Snowfinch endangered?
- The White-rumped Snowfinch is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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