Erythrura viridifacies
The Green-faced Parrotfinch, *Erythrura viridifacies*, is an exquisite and rare passerine, endemic to the lush forests of the northern Philippines. This diminutive finch, typically measuring around 12-13 cm (4.7-5.1 inches) in length, is instantly recognizable by its striking plumage. Adults boast a vibrant, almost iridescent grass-green body, dramatically contrasted by a brilliant cobalt-blue face extending from the forehead to the throat. A vivid crimson-red rump and uppertail coverts add a...
Found primarily in forest edges, clearings, and tall grassy or bamboo thickets, often near cultivated areas, from lowlands up to approximately 1000 meters (3,300 feet) elevation.
Primarily granivorous, feeding on small grass seeds and bamboo seeds. Also supplements its diet with small insects and their larvae, especially during the breeding season.
Green-faced Parrotfinches are generally shy and inconspicuous, often observed in pairs or small, loose flocks, occasionally mixing with other small estrildid finches. They spend their days actively foraging among the upper strata of tall grasses, bamboo, and low shrubs, rarely descending to the g...
The Green-faced Parrotfinch is strictly endemic to the northern Philippines, with its entire known range confined to the islands of Luzon and Polillo. On Luzon, populations are scattered and localized, primarily occurring in the central and northern parts, including regions like Sierra Madre and ...
Vulnerable
- The Green-faced Parrotfinch is a true avian gem, endemic solely to two islands in the Philippines: Luzon and Polillo. - Its scientific name, *Erythrura viridifacies*, directly translates to 'red tail, green face,' perfectly describing its most striking features. - Despite its vivid coloration, ...