Blyth’s Rosefinch

Carpodacus grandis

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Fringillidae

Size:

13 to 15 centimeters

Weight:

16 to 22 grams

Taxonomy:

Blyth, 1849

Short Description:

Blyth's Rosefinch is characterized by its vibrant plumage, with males displaying a striking crimson-red coloration on their heads, breasts, and backs, while females and juveniles have a more subdued brownish-gray plumage. Both sexes have distinctive white wing-bars and a stout bill.

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This species is commonly found in montane forests and scrublands at elevations ranging from 1,500 to 4,000 meters above sea level in Pakistan. It is often spotted in areas with dense vegetation and near water sources.

Blyth’s Rosefinch is typically observed foraging for seeds, berries, and insects in shrubs and low vegetation. During the breeding season, males engage in territorial displays to attract females, often singing from prominent perches. They form small flocks outside the breeding season and may migrate to lower altitudes in winter.