Paria brushfinch facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Paria brushfinch |
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Arremon
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phygas
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Arremon torquatus phygas |
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The Paria brushfinch (Arremon phygas) is a small bird that belongs to the Passerellidae family. This family includes many types of sparrows and buntings. The Paria brushfinch is special because it only lives in a specific part of Venezuela.
About the Paria Brushfinch
This bird is found in the Venezuelan Coastal Range. It prefers to live in humid forests. You can usually find it in the thick bushes and plants close to the forest edges. These birds live at heights between 300 and 1,200 meters (about 980 to 3,900 feet) above sea level.
Why It's Special
The Paria brushfinch is considered a vulnerable species. This means its population is decreasing. It needs protection to make sure it continues to thrive in its natural home.
Its Family Tree: Taxonomy
Scientists group living things into categories. This helps us understand how different species are related. This is called taxonomy.
For a long time, the Paria brushfinch was thought to be a type of stripe-headed brushfinch (A. torquatus). But scientists studied them more closely. They looked at their songs, their feathers, and even their DNA.
In 2010, the SACC decided that the Paria brushfinch was different enough to be its own species. This means it's a unique bird, not just a variation of another one.
See also
In Spanish: Cerquero de Berlepsch para niños
