Black-spectacled Brushfinch (Atlapetes melanopsis)
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Black-spectacled Brushfinch

Atlapetes melanopsis Valqui & Fjeldså, 2002

16–19 cmLength30 gWeight

The black-spectacled brushfinch (Atlapetes melanopsis) is a Near Threatened species of bird in the family Passerellidae, the New World sparrows.

Near Threatened

Where and when it's recorded

No records at the public birding hotspots we track. It may be rare, remote, or its locations protected.

About

The black-spectacled brushfinch (Atlapetes melanopsis) is a Near Threatened species of bird in the family Passerellidae, the New World sparrows. It is endemic to Peru.

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Questions

How big is the Black-spectacled Brushfinch?

The Black-spectacled Brushfinch is about 16–19 cm long and weighs around 30 g.

Where does the Black-spectacled Brushfinch live?

Its breeding range: South America: Peru.

Is the Black-spectacled Brushfinch endangered?

The IUCN Red List classifies the Black-spectacled Brushfinch as Near Threatened.

What does the Black-spectacled Brushfinch eat?

Main food: Omnivore.

What family is the Black-spectacled Brushfinch in?

It belongs to the family New World Sparrows (Passerellidae), order Passerines (Passeriformes).

At a glance

Length
16–19 cm
Weight
30 g
Habitat
Shrubland
Diet
Omnivore
Lifestyle
Varied
Migration
Resident (barely migrates)
Conservation
Near Threatened
More measurements
Wing
76 mm
Tail
81 mm
Bill
18 mm
Tarsus
26 mm

Averages from the AVONET dataset; length from field guides where available.

Range

South America: Peru

Breeding range, IOC World Bird List 15.2

Classification

Order
Passerines Passeriformes
Family
New World Sparrows Passerellidae
Genus
Atlapetes

Other birds in the genus Atlapetes

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Black-spectacled Brushfinch

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