Alpine Mannikin
Lonchura monticola
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.6 cm
Weight
13.3 g
Family
Estrildidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
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
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
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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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Alpine Mannikin endangered?
The Alpine Mannikin has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Alpine Mannikin?
The Alpine Mannikin has a wingspan of 12.6 cm, weight of 13.3 g.
What order and family does the Alpine Mannikin belong to?
The Alpine Mannikin (Lonchura monticola) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Estrildidae.
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