White-naped Brush Finch

Atlapetes albinucha

The White-naped Brush Finch is a small passerine bird found in the Andes of South America. It is characterized by its olive-green upperparts, white throat, and distinctive white patch on the nape. This species is often found in dense undergrowth and bamboo thickets, where it forages for insects and seeds. The White-naped Brush Finch is known for its melodious song, which it uses to communicate and defend its territory. While not currently considered threatened, habitat loss and fragmentation are potential future threats to this species.

Habitat: Andean forests and bamboo thickets