Pin-tailed Parrotfinch vs Arabian Waxbill
Erythrura prasina compared with Estrilda rufibarba
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Pin-tailed Parrotfinch | Arabian Waxbill |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erythrura prasina | Estrilda rufibarba |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Estrildidae | Estrildidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 11.3 cm (4.4 in) | 9.5 cm (3.7 in) |
| Weight | 15.959999999999999 g (0.56 oz) | 8.5 g (0.30 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Pin-tailed Parrotfinch
Least Concern
Arabian Waxbill
About These Birds
Arabian Waxbill
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.