Also known as "Green-faced Parrot Finch".

DISTRIBUTION

Luzon, northern Philippines.

DESCRIPTION

Mostly green parrot finch with deep red median tail coverts. Males are somewhat brighter and lighter in colour than the females and have a noticebly longer tail.

HABITAT

Forest edges, savanna and bamboo tickets.

BEHAVIOUR

Infrequently seen, habits in the wild mostly unknown.

DIET

Presumed to feed on grass and bamboo seeds.