Neochmia phaeton

(Crimson Finch)

FAMILY	Passeridae
Species	Neochmia phaeton
Common name	Crimson Finch
Main colour(s)	Grey with red
Distinctive feature	Tapering red tail, size 12-14 cm
Campus	Cairns, Townsville

Description

This bird is grey on the top of the head and down the back, red around the cheeks and on the chin, underparts are red or fawn in colour, tail red and regularly flicks it. Often found in grass near watercourses. Legs and feet yellow, eyes yellow-brown, bill red.