Arabian Waxbill
Estrilda rufibarba
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Least Concern
Wingspan
9.5 cm
Weight
8.5 g
Family
Estrildidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Arabian Waxbill is a small estrildid finch from the Arabian Peninsula and Horn of Africa, weighing about 8.5 grams with a wingspan near 9.5 cm. It has a reddish rump contrasting with its otherwise brown and grey plumage, typical of waxbill coloration. It forages for grass seeds in dry scrub and open habitats, often moving in small flocks.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.5 cm | 3.7 in |
| Weight | 8.5 g | 0.30 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Estrilda |
| Species | Estrilda rufibarba |
Distribution
Arabian Waxbill has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Arabian Waxbill endangered?
The Arabian Waxbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Arabian Waxbill?
The Arabian Waxbill has a wingspan of 9.5 cm, weight of 8.5 g.
What order and family does the Arabian Waxbill belong to?
The Arabian Waxbill (Estrilda rufibarba) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Estrildidae.
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