Pin-tailed Parrotfinch vs African Silverbill
Erythrura prasina compared with Euodice cantans
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Pin-tailed Parrotfinch | African Silverbill |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Erythrura prasina | Euodice cantans |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Estrildidae | Estrildidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 11.3 cm (4.4 in) | 10.7 cm (4.2 in) |
| Weight | 15.959999999999999 g (0.56 oz) | 12.0 g (0.42 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 3-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Pin-tailed Parrotfinch
Least Concern
African Silverbill
About These Birds
African Silverbill
The African Silverbill is a petite estrildid finch weighing about 12 g with a wingspan near 11 cm. It is a social bird of dry savanna and scrub in Africa and the Middle East, recognisable by its pale silvery bill and soft brown plumage, often seen in small flocks.