Japanese Grosbeak
Japanese Grosbeak
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Francesco Grassotti
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The Japanese Grosbeak is a large, robust finch of East Asia, known for its predominantly grey plumage, black head with a distinctive white crescent behind the eye, and a powerful yellow bill. It favors broadleaf forests.
Where to spot
Breeds in northeastern China, Korea, and Japan. Winters in southern China, Taiwan, and parts of Southeast Asia. It prefers deciduous and mixed broadleaf forests.
How to spot
Look for this large finch high in the canopy of broadleaf forests. Its dark head with the white eye-patch, grey body, and massive yellow bill are distinctive. Listen for its strong, ringing calls and varied, often melodious song.
When to spot
A migratory species. Best observed during spring (April-May) on breeding grounds and autumn (September-November) during migration. Present in wintering grounds from November to March.
Where to spot
Breeds in northeastern China, Korea, and Japan. Winters in southern China, Taiwan, and parts of Southeast Asia. It prefers deciduous and mixed broadleaf forests.
How to spot
Look for this large finch high in the canopy of broadleaf forests. Its dark head with the white eye-patch, grey body, and massive yellow bill are distinctive. Listen for its strong, ringing calls and varied, often melodious song.
When to spot
A migratory species. Best observed during spring (April-May) on breeding grounds and autumn (September-November) during migration. Present in wintering grounds from November to March.
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Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Despite its common name, the Japanese Grosbeak breeds not only in Japan but also across a wide range of East Asia, particularly in northeastern China and Korea.
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