Cassin's Finch - Carpodacus cassinii

Length 5.7-6.5 in (14.5-16.5 cm)
Weight 0.7-1.3 oz (20.4-37.8 g)
Clutch Size 3-6
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Near Threatened
Continents:NA
     

Cassin's Finch is similar to the Purple Finch. They have a smaller range than the Purple Finch and reside in the Western U.S. (not coastal) and Mexico. They mainly eat seeds, buds and berries. Sometimes they will eat insects.

Adult
Picture/image of Cassin's Finch
Female
10/27/2009 - Embudito Canyon, Albuquerque, NM
Female
10/27/2009 - Embudito Canyon, Albuquerque, NM

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