Slaty Finch
Slaty Finch
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The Slaty Finch is a small, unobtrusive finch-like bird. Males are uniformly slate-gray, while females are dull olive-brown with streaking. It has a short, conical bill.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests and bamboo thickets of the Andes, from Venezuela south to Bolivia, and also parts of Central America (Costa Rica, Panama).
How to spot
Look for it foraging on the ground or in low, dense vegetation. Patience and listening for its quiet calls are key to spotting this elusive bird.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active in the morning but often remains hidden.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests and bamboo thickets of the Andes, from Venezuela south to Bolivia, and also parts of Central America (Costa Rica, Panama).
How to spot
Look for it foraging on the ground or in low, dense vegetation. Patience and listening for its quiet calls are key to spotting this elusive bird.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active in the morning but often remains hidden.
This species is rather shy and often difficult to observe, preferring dense undergrowth, making its plain plumage an effective camouflage.
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- 34 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 16 hours ago
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