Streaked rosefinch explained

The streaked rosefinch (Carpodacus rubicilloides) is a true finch species (family Fringillidae). It is found on the Himalayan Plateau. Its natural habitat is boreal shrubland.

Two subspecies are recognised:^[1]

• C. r. rubicilloides - eastern Tibet to central and southern China
• C. r. lucifer - southern Tibet and the Himalayas

Notes and References

1. Web site: Gill . Frank . Donsker . David . Finches, euphonias . World Bird List Version 5.2. International Ornithologists' Union. 5 June 2015 .