The Gray-crested Finch is a small, distinctive finch-like bird. Males have a gray body with a paler belly and a noticeable gray crest on their head. Females are duller.
Where to spot
Arid scrubland, dry woodlands, and chaco forest in Bolivia and northern Argentina.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on the ground or in low shrubs. The gray crest is its best identification feature.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active during the day.
Where to spot
Arid scrubland, dry woodlands, and chaco forest in Bolivia and northern Argentina.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on the ground or in low shrubs. The gray crest is its best identification feature.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active during the day.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The prominent gray crest is a unique feature that helps distinguish it from other small birds in its arid habitat, often seen raised in display.
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