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Puerto Rican Bullfinch (Melopyrrha portoricensis) La Parguera, Puerto Rico. Nov 20, 2024 Fall,Geotagged,Melopyrrha portoricensis,Puerto Rican bullfinch,Puerto Rico Click/tap to enlarge PromotedSpecies introCountry intro

Puerto Rican Bullfinch (Melopyrrha portoricensis)

La Parguera, Puerto Rico. Nov 20, 2024

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The Puerto Rican bullfinch is a small bullfinch tanager endemic to the archipelago of Puerto Rico. The species can be commonly found in heavy forests throughout Puerto Rico, except on the easternmost tip of the island. It consumes seeds, fruits, insects, and spiders. The nest is spherical, with an entrance on the side. Typically three light green eggs are laid.

Similar species: Perching Birds
Species identified by Thibaud Aronson
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By Thibaud Aronson

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Uploaded Jan 13, 2025. Captured Nov 20, 2024 14:00 in XXG3+9F4, La Parguera, Lajas 00667, Puerto Rico.
  • Canon EOS R6
  • f/11.0
  • 1/320s
  • ISO4000
  • 500mm