African Firefinch
Lagonosticta rubricata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="lagonosticta-rubricata"></birdfyi-bird>The African Firefinch (Lagonosticta rubricata) is a bird species in the family Estrildidae (waxbills & munias), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 9.6 cm and a weight of 10 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The African Firefinch weighs about 10g and is widespread across sub-Saharan grasslands. Males have rich red plumage with white flank spots, making them among the most colorful small African birds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Rentang Sayap | 9,6 cm | 3.8 in |
| Berat | 10,025 g | 0.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Status Konservasi
Perilaku & Berkembang Biak
Bersarang
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 12-14 days.
Ukuran Sarang
3-6
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordo | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famili | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Lagonosticta |
| Spesies | Lagonosticta rubricata |
Distribution
African Firefinch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Estrildidae family