Order: Passeriformes
Family: Thraupidae
The Carbonated Sierra Finch is a small, robust songbird native to the open landscapes of Patagonia. Males are easily recognized by their dark, sooty-black plumage, while females are more subdued in color, with brownish tones. This species is adapted to harsh, windy environments and is often seen foraging on the ground or perched atop low shrubs. Its song is a simple, melodious series of notes, often heard during the breeding season. The Carbonated Sierra Finch is a member of the tanager family, though it resembles finches in both appearance and behavior. It is a year-round resident in its range and is considered an important part of the Patagonian avifauna.
Prefers open steppe, arid shrublands, and grasslands of southern Argentina and Chile, especially in Patagonia.
Foraging
Feeds mainly on seeds and small insects, foraging on the ground or among low vegetation.
