Great Rosefinch
Great Rosefinch (<em>Carpodacus rubicilla</em>) is a species of Finches, Euphonias (<em>Fringillidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Great Rosefinch (Carpodacus rubicilla) is a species of Finches, Euphonias (Fringillidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Carpodacus; binomial: Carpodacus rubicilla; authority: (Güldenstädt, 1775).
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: somewhat lower to villages, fields.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Carpodacus rubicilla includes C. severtzovi (Tietze et al. 2013; cf. Rasmussen & Anderton 2005; IOC 3.5). Restore English name to Great Rosefinch.
