Chestnut-breasted Mannikin
Lonchura castaneothorax
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<birdfyi-bird slug="lonchura-castaneothorax"></birdfyi-bird>The Chestnut-breasted Mannikin (Lonchura castaneothorax) is a bird species in the family Estrildidae (waxbills & munias), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.7 cm and a weight of 14.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.7 cm | 4.2 in |
| Weight | 14.5 g | 0.51 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 16-19 days.
Clutch Size
4-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Lonchura |
| Species | Lonchura castaneothorax |
Distribution
Chestnut-breasted Mannikin has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Estrildidae family