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Large-footed finch - Pezopetes capitalis Reserva Cerro de Las Vueltas, Costa Rica. Costa Rica,Geotagged,Large-footed finch,Pezopetes capitalis,Spring Click/tap to enlarge

Large-footed finch - Pezopetes capitalis

Reserva Cerro de Las Vueltas, Costa Rica.

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The large-footed finch is a passerine bird which is endemic to the highlands of Costa Rica and western Panama. Despite its name, it is not a true finch, but rather a member of the large Passerellidae family, which also includes American sparrows, juncos and towhees. It is the only member of the genus ''Pezopetes''.

Similar species: Perching Birds
Species identified by Patomarazul
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Uploaded Aug 29, 2021. Captured Apr 19, 2014 17:54 in Carr. Interamericana Sur, San José, Costa Rica.
  • NIKON D7000
  • f/5.6
  • 10/6400s
  • ISO800
  • 300mm