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Black-cheeked Waxbill
Brunhilda charmosyna
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Least Concern
Weight
8.75 g
Family
Estrildidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Black-cheeked Waxbill is a small, pretty estrildid finch of East African dry scrublands and savanna, with grey upperparts, a black face mask, and pinkish-red flanks and rump. It ranges from Ethiopia and Sudan south to Tanzania, inhabiting dry bush, scrub, and grassland with scattered trees. It feeds on small grass seeds and occasionally small insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.75 g | 0.31 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Brunhilda |
| Species | Brunhilda charmosyna |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-cheeked Waxbill endangered?
The Black-cheeked Waxbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-cheeked Waxbill nest?
Nest type: SP.
How big is the Black-cheeked Waxbill?
The Black-cheeked Waxbill has a weight of 8.75 g.
What order and family does the Black-cheeked Waxbill belong to?
The Black-cheeked Waxbill (Brunhilda charmosyna) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Estrildidae.
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