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Black-headed Mountain Finch

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Brandt's Mountain Finch is a large, robust mountain finch with a distinctive grey head and breast, contrasting with a streaky brown body. It often shows a yellowish wing patch.

Where to spot

Found in the high mountains of Central Asia, from the Caucasus through the Himalayas to western China. It inhabits alpine tundra, rocky slopes, and glaciers above the tree line.

How to spot

Look for large flocks feeding on seeds on the ground in open alpine areas. The grey head and flight calls are good identification features. They can be quite tame in some areas.

When to spot

Visible year-round in its high-altitude range. More concentrated and visible in flocks during winter months when they may descend slightly.

Where to spot

Found in the high mountains of Central Asia, from the Caucasus through the Himalayas to western China. It inhabits alpine tundra, rocky slopes, and glaciers above the tree line.

How to spot

Look for large flocks feeding on seeds on the ground in open alpine areas. The grey head and flight calls are good identification features. They can be quite tame in some areas.