Finches, Euphonias, and Allies
Vinaceous Rosefinch
Carpodacus vinaceus
LCLeast Concern
- Family
- Finches, Euphonias, and Allies (Fringillidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The vinaceous rosefinch (Carpodacus vinaceus) is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae.
It is found in Nepal, China and far northern Myanmar. Its natural habitats are temperate forests and subtropical or tropical dry forests.
The Taiwan rosefinch is often considered a subspecies.
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Range and habitat
Western China (southern Gansu and northern Shaanxi to Sichuan); winters to Myanmar.
Range description: AviList Global Avian Checklist.
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Vinaceous rosefinch
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
