Birds of the World

Thraupidae : Tanagers

Mourning Sierra-Finch

Phrygilus fruticeti

Colca Canyon, Peru - November 2008

Mourning Sierra-Finch is a common highland bird of the South American Andes. It is generally found in areas where there are a few trees and bushes.

Colca Canyon, Peru - November 2008

In the north of its range it is usually found between 2000m and 4000m above sea level, but is also found at lower levels further south.

Colca Canyon, Peru - November 2008