Arrocero Buchicastaño
Chestnut-bellied Seed-finch
Sporophila angolensis
Song
Chestnut-bellied Seed-finch
Appearance: The Chestnut-bellied Seed-finch is a small finch with a chestnut-colored belly, black head, and white markings on the wings. The male has a black throat and breast, while the female has a lighter throat and breast.
Habitat: This species is found in open grasslands, savannas, and agricultural fields with scattered trees and shrubs.
Behavior: Chestnut-bellied Seed-finchs are typically seen foraging on the ground for seeds and insects. They are social birds and often seen in small flocks.
Breeding: The breeding season for Chestnut-bellied Seed-finches in Colombia is from March to June. They build cup-shaped nests made of grass and other plant materials, usually placed in a shrub or tree.
Conservation status: The Chestnut-bellied Seed-finch is currently listed as a species of Least Concern on the IUCN.
MALE
FEMALE
Distribution
The Chestnut-bellied Seed-finch is found in Colombia in the eastern regions of the country. in the lowlands and foothills, where it can be found in open grasslands, savannas, and agricultural areas.
Taxonomy
The Chestnut-bellied Seed-finch (Sporophila angolensis)
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves (Birds)
- Order: Passeriformes
- Family: Thraupidae
- Genus: Sporophila
- Species: Sporophila angolensis
Vocalization
The Chestnut-bellied Seed-finch is known for its melodious and rhythmic song, consisting of a series of high-pitched chirps and trills. The vocalization is often described as sweet and musical, with a pleasant and soothing quality. The male Chestnut-bellied Seed-finch also sings to attract a mate and establish its territory.
