Peruvian Sierra-Finch
Phrygilus punensis
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPasseriformes (Perching Birds)
- FamilyThraupidae (Tanagers and Allies)
- GenusPhrygilus (Hooded Sierra-Finches)
- SpeciesPhrygilus punensis (Peruvian Sierra-Finch)
About the Peruvian Sierra-Finch
The Peruvian sierra finch (Phrygilus punensis) is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in western Bolivia and Peru where its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Peruvian Sierra-Finch in Huascarán National Park
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Conirostrum cinereum
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Diglossa brunneiventris
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Conirostrum binghami
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Sicalis uropigyalis
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Microspingus alticola
Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huascarán National Park | 🇵🇪 Peru | |
| 2 | Madidi National Park | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Peruvian Sierra-Finch in Huascarán National Park?
About 50% of wildlife watchers report a Peruvian Sierra-Finch sighting in Huascarán National Park, based on 383 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Peruvian Sierra-Finch in Huascarán National Park?
May has the highest sighting rate for Peruvian Sierra-Finch in Huascarán National Park in our monthly data.