The Three-banded Rosefinch is a striking species named for the distinct pale bars on its wings. Males are a rich rosy-red, while females are dusky brown with subtle streaking.
Where to spot
Native to the eastern Himalayas and mountainous regions of China. It inhabits high-altitude broadleaf and mixed forests, often near rhododendron thickets and bamboo.
How to spot
Scan the undergrowth and lower canopy of montane forests. The pale wing bars are a key diagnostic feature. Listen for their short, whistled calls.
When to spot
Visible year-round within its relatively restricted range. Breeding activity is most prominent in spring and early summer.
Where to spot
Native to the eastern Himalayas and mountainous regions of China. It inhabits high-altitude broadleaf and mixed forests, often near rhododendron thickets and bamboo.
How to spot
Scan the undergrowth and lower canopy of montane forests. The pale wing bars are a key diagnostic feature. Listen for their short, whistled calls.
When to spot
Visible year-round within its relatively restricted range. Breeding activity is most prominent in spring and early summer.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This rosefinch is often found in pairs or small family groups, and their distinctive wing bands make them relatively easy to identify in the field.
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