About the Crimson-winged Finch
The crimson-winged finch is a pale-coloured thick-set finch with a heavy, dull yellowish bill. It is the only species placed in the genus Rhodopechys. It is found at high altitudes in the mountains of northwest Africa, and from Turkey to northeast Pakistan. It has sometimes been split into two species, the African crimson-winged finch and the Asian crimson-winged finch.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae) |
| Species | Rhodopechys sanguineus |
| Species Codes | crwfin2, CWFI, ECWF, ACWF |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crimson-winged Finch belong to?
The Crimson-winged Finch (Rhodopechys sanguineus) belongs to the Finches, Euphonias, and Allies family (Fringillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Crimson-winged Finch?
The crimson-winged finch is a pale-coloured thick-set finch with a heavy, dull yellowish bill. It is the only species placed in the genus Rhodopechys. It is found at high altitudes in the mountains of northwest Africa, and from Turkey to northeast Pakistan. It has sometimes been split into two speci...
Where can I report a Crimson-winged Finch sighting?
You can log sightings of Crimson-winged Finch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crwfin2, or on iNaturalist.
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