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Revision as of 12:16, 4 September 2008
- Carpodacus mexicanus
Identification
L. 5-6" (13-15 cm).
Male
Bright red on crown, breast, and rump
Female
Plain, unstriped head and heavy streaking on light underside
Immature males
Less highly coloured, often orangish or yellowish on head and breast.
Distribution
North America, Canada to southern Mexico
Taxonomy
Polytypic. Consists of twelve subspecies.
Habitat
Deserts, orchards, coastal valleys and forests.
Behaviour
Breeding
A tightly woven, compact nest is made and set in a bush, thicket, natural cavity, or on a building. 3-5 bluish, lightly streaked or spotted eggs are laid.
Diet
Diet includes insects and grass seeds.
