Common Name: Great Rosefinch
Scientific Name: Carpodacus rubicilla
Family: Fringillidae
Nepali Name: Rajtitu ( राजतितु )
Size: 19 – 20 cm
Location: Dzongla, Khumbu, Nepal

The Great Rosefinch is a bird species inhabiting Nepal’s high-altitude regions, typically found at elevations ranging from 3,660 to 5,500 meters. Males exhibit a striking crimson-red plumage, while females display a more subdued brownish coloration.

These birds favor alpine and subalpine habitats, including rocky slopes, alpine meadows, and areas with sparse vegetation. Their diet primarily consists of seeds, buds, and small insects.

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