Australian Zebra Finch

Australian Zebra Finch

Taeniopygia castanotis

Least Concern
Rentang Sayap
11,5 cm
Berat
12,55 g
Famili
Estrildidae
Ordo
Passeriformes

Tentang

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
Rentang Sayap 11,5 cm 4.5 in
Berat 12,55 g 0.44 oz

Habitat & Range

Status Konservasi

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Perilaku & Berkembang Biak

Bersarang

Nest type: SP. Incubation: 11-14 days. Fledging: 17-18 days.

Ukuran Sarang

4-6

Taksonomi

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordo Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Famili Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias)
Genus Taeniopygia
Spesies Taeniopygia castanotis

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Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

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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