A small passerine bird native to North America, characterized by its vibrant reddish-purple plumage in males and brown-streaked appearance in females.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coniferous and mixed woodlands, forest edges, gardens, and suburban areas across eastern and western regions of North America
Ecological Role
Seed dispersal, insect population control, and an important component of forest ecosystem food webs
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Males: raspberry-red head, back, and breast; Females: brown-gray with distinct streaking
- LIMBS WINGS Strong legs for perching, wingspan approximately 22-26 cm, adapted for short-distance flight
- HEAD SENSORY Large dark eyes, short rounded head, excellent visual perception
- BODY STRUCTURE Small finch with robust conical beak, compact body, length 12-16 cm, mass 18-32 g
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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