Geospiza fuliginosa
The Small Ground-finch is a compact bird with a rounded body and short tail. Males are predominantly black or dark grey, with a distinctive thick, rounded beak. Their plumage is uniform, lacking any striking markings.
Females differ significantly, displaying brown-grey upperparts and buff underparts with streaking. Juveniles resemble females but may have a paler beak. Seasonal plumage changes are minimal in this species.
Length
10cm to 11cm
Wingspan
16cm to 18cm
Weight
11g to 14g
Woodland
Garden
Wetland
Coastal
Urban
Farmland
Grassland
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Mountain
Savanna
Endemic to the Galápagos Islands, the Small Ground-finch is found on most islands in the archipelago. They inhabit a variety of habitats, including arid lowlands, scrublands, and woodland edges.
Their distribution remains relatively constant throughout the year, with no significant seasonal movements.
Up to 1,700 meters
Tropical
This map gives you a rough idea of where you might spot a Small Ground-finch. The coloured areas show countries where these birds have been seen.
A few things to keep in mind:
We're working on making our maps even better! Soon, we hope to show you: