Australian Zebra Finch
Taeniopygia castanotis
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Least Concern
Envergadura
11,5 cm
Peso
12,55 g
Familia
Estrildidae
Orden
Passeriformes
Acerca de
The Australian Zebra Finch is one of the most familiar small birds in Australia, found in open grasslands and scrublands across the continent. Weighing about 12.55g with a wingspan of 11.5cm, the male has distinctive orange cheek patches, chestnut flanks, and barred markings. It is highly social, forming large flocks and feeding primarily on grass seeds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 11,5 cm | 4.5 in |
| Peso | 12,55 g | 0.44 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 11-14 days. Fledging: 17-18 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
4-6
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Familia | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Taeniopygia |
| Especies | Taeniopygia castanotis |
External Databases
Preguntas frecuentes
Is the Australian Zebra Finch endangered?
The Australian Zebra Finch has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Australian Zebra Finch nest?
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 11-14 days. Fledging: 17-18 days.
How big is the Australian Zebra Finch?
The Australian Zebra Finch has a wingspan of 11.5 cm, weight of 12.55 g.
What order and family does the Australian Zebra Finch belong to?
The Australian Zebra Finch (Taeniopygia castanotis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Estrildidae.
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