Common Rosefinch
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Common Rosefinch

Carpodacus erythrinus

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_rosefinch

Overview

The common rosefinch or scarlet rosefinch is the most widespread and common rosefinch of Asia and Europe.

The Common Rosefinch faces significant pressure from habitat loss and degradation across its breeding and wintering ranges, particularly due to agricultural intensification and urbanization. Climate change is altering the timing of food availability and suitable breeding conditions, while the species also suffers from trapping pressure in some regions during migration and on wintering grounds.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits open woodlands, forest edges, scrublands, and areas with scattered trees and bushes, particularly favoring riparian vegetation, parks, and gardens with dense shrub cover. Breeds primarily in taiga and mixed forest zones with clearings, while wintering in more open habitats including agricultural areas and grasslands with scattered vegetation.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Common Rosefinch classified as Vulnerable?
Common Rosefinch is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The Common Rosefinch faces significant pressure from habitat loss and degradation across its breeding and wintering ranges, particularly due to agricultural intensification and urbanization. Climate change is altering the timing of food availability and suitable breeding conditions, while the species also suffers from trapping pressure in some regions during migration and on wintering grounds.
Where does Common Rosefinch live?
Common Rosefinch occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Common Rosefinch?
The main threats to Common Rosefinch are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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