Alpine Mannikin
Lonchura monticola
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<birdfyi-bird slug="lonchura-monticola"></birdfyi-bird>The Alpine Mannikin (Lonchura monticola) is a bird species in the family Estrildidae (waxbills & munias), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.6 cm and a weight of 13.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Alpine Mannikin is a small estrildid finch weighing about 13 g with a compact 12.6 cm wingspan, found in highland grasslands and scrub. It forages in flocks on grass seeds and is typical of mountain grassland communities.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.6 cm | 5.0 in |
| Weight | 13.3 g | 0.47 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Lonchura |
| Species | Lonchura monticola |
Distribution
Alpine Mannikin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Estrildidae family