Merida Brushfinch

Atlapetes meridae

The Merida Brushfinch is a small passerine bird found in the Andes of Venezuela and Colombia. It is known for its distinctive olive-green plumage and a bright rufous crown. This species is typically found in dense undergrowth and cloud forests, foraging for insects and seeds. The Merida Brushfinch is known for its melodious and varied song, often heard in the early morning. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, this species is facing conservation concerns.

Habitat: Cloud forests and dense undergrowth