Cuzco Brushfinch
Cuzco Brushfinch
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The Grey-headed Brushfinch is a distinctive bird of the Andes, characterized by its plain grey head contrasting with a rufous nape and olive-green body. It is a secretive inhabitant of humid montane forests.
Where to spot
Found in the Andes of southern Peru and Bolivia. It inhabits humid montane forests, cloud forests, and dense secondary growth, particularly in bamboo thickets at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Look for its plain grey head, contrasting with a rufous nape and a white throat. It typically forages low in dense vegetation, often on the ground. Listen for its clear, whistled song, often a series of repeated notes.
When to spot
Resident year-round within its range. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Found in the Andes of southern Peru and Bolivia. It inhabits humid montane forests, cloud forests, and dense secondary growth, particularly in bamboo thickets at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Look for its plain grey head, contrasting with a rufous nape and a white throat. It typically forages low in dense vegetation, often on the ground. Listen for its clear, whistled song, often a series of repeated notes.
When to spot
Resident year-round within its range. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon.
This species often blends seamlessly into the dense understory, but its characteristic call can reveal its presence.
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