The family Fringillidae encompasses 152 genera and 677 species of finches worldwide. They feed on fruits, seeds, and insects. The genus Passer, commonly referred to as sparrows, consists of small birds that are very similar in size and plumage. Typically, their upper body is mottled with brown and black, which is why they are colloquially known as sparrows. They have 9 primary feathers on their wings, with the pale feather edges on the outer feathers (except the first) slightly expanded at the base and near the tip, forming two faint crossbars, which become particularly prominent during flight. Their beaks are short, stout, and strong, shaped like a cone, with a slightly curved culmen.
雀科Fringillidae 世界雀科鸟类共有152属677种. 以果实，种子和昆虫为食。麻雀属Passer概属小型鸟，它们的大小、体色甚相近。一般上体呈棕、黑色的斑杂状，因而俗称麻雀。初级飞羽9枚，外侧飞羽的淡色羽缘（第一枚除外）在羽基和近端处，形稍扩大，互相骈缀，略成两道横斑状，在飞翔时尤见明显。嘴短粗而强壮，呈圆锥状，嘴峰稍曲。
51. Scarlet Finch, 血雀, Carpodacus sipahi, シュイロマシコ
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51. Scarlet Finch, 血雀, Carpodacus sipahi, シュイロマシコ
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One of the standout birds at Baihualing, Yunnan, China is often seen as a highlight by both locals and visitors. Whenever someone spots or photographs one, it becomes big news in the village, quickly drawing bird enthusiasts and photographers to the area. This one shows up unexpectedly, as it did this time to take a drink, it captivates everyone around. It is a beautiful bird, with the female being particularly striking.
在中国云南百花岭，这种突出的鸟类常常被认为是当地居民和游客的亮点之一。每当有人发现或者拍摄到它时，就会在村里引起轰动，很快吸引大量鸟类爱好者和摄影爱好者前来。这次它出乎意料地出现，来喝水，吸引了周围所有人的目光。这是一种美丽的鸟，雌鸟尤其引人注目。
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