RED-BROWED FINCH

Red-browed finches are native to Australia and are commonly found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, open woodlands, and savannas. They also occur in urban and suburban areas, particularly where there is suitable vegetation and a water source nearby.

They are distributed throughout eastern and south-eastern Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia. They are absent from the arid central regions of the country.

Adult red-browed finches are small birds, measuring about 10-11 cm in length. They have a reddish-brown crown and a thin red stripe above their eyes, which gives them their name. The rest of their body is primarily olive-green, with a pinkish-red beak and pale underparts.

Red-browed finches are social birds that usually form small flocks, often seen feeding and foraging together. They primarily feed on grass seeds and small insects. They are agile and acrobatic flyers, often moving swiftly through the vegetation in search of food.

Red-browed finches typically breed during the spring and summer months. The female builds a cup-shaped nest made of grass, bark, and other plant materials in dense vegetation, usually a few meters above the ground. The female lays 3-6 eggs, and both parents take turns incubating them for around two weeks. After hatching, both parents contribute to feeding and caring for the chicks.

Habitat loss and fragmentation due to land clearing, urbanization, and changes in land management practices can have a negative impact on their populations. Maintaining suitable vegetation and providing access to water sources can help support their conservation.