The Spot-winged Rosefinch, or Carpodacus rodopeplus, is a member of the finch family, Fringillidae. This bird is also referred to as the Spotted Rosefinch.
This species can be recognized by its distinctive wing pattern, which includes notable spots that give the bird its name.
The Spot-winged Rosefinch is known to inhabit subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland environments.
The geographical range of this bird includes parts of India and Nepal.
The IUCN Red List has classified the Spot-winged Rosefinch as Least Concern, indicating that it is not currently at significant risk of widespread decline.
The Sharpe's Rosefinch was once considered conspecific with the Spot-winged Rosefinch, suggesting that they share similarities in appearance. However, they are now recognized as separate species.