Band-tailed Sierra Finch

Tachyspiza fasciata

The Band-tailed Sierra Finch is a small passerine bird found in the high Andes of South America. It is characterized by its distinctive black and white plumage, with a bold black band across its chest. This finch is often found in open grasslands and shrubby areas, where it forages for seeds and insects. It is known for its melodious song and can be observed in small flocks during the breeding season. The Band-tailed Sierra Finch is not currently considered to be at risk, but its population may be impacted by habitat loss and climate change.

Habitat: Open grasslands and shrubby areas