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Common Waxbill
Estrilda astrild
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Least Concern
Envergure
9,3 cm
Poids
7,783333333333334 g
Famille
Estrildidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
The Common Waxbill (Estrilda astrild) is a bird species in the family Estrildidae (waxbills & munias), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 9.3 cm and a weight of 7.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 9,3 cm | 3.7 in |
| Poids | 7,783333333333334 g | 0.27 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 11-12 days. Fledging: 17-21 days.
Taille de la couvée
3-9
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Estrilda |
| Espèces | Estrilda astrild |
Distribution
Common Waxbill has been recorded in 19 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Common Waxbill endangered?
The Common Waxbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Common Waxbill nest?
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 11-12 days. Fledging: 17-21 days.
How big is the Common Waxbill?
The Common Waxbill has a wingspan of 9.3 cm, weight of 7.783333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Common Waxbill belong to?
The Common Waxbill (Estrilda astrild) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Estrildidae.
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