African Firefinch
Lagonosticta rubricata
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Least Concern
Kanat Açıklığı
9,6 cm
Ağırlık
10,025 g
Familya
Estrildidae
Takım
Passeriformes
Hakkında
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kanat Açıklığı | 9,6 cm | 3.8 in |
| Ağırlık | 10,025 g | 0.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Koruma Durumu
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Davranış & Üreme
Yuvalama
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 12-14 days.
Kuluçka Büyüklüğü
3-6
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Takım | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Familya | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Lagonosticta |
| Türler | Lagonosticta rubricata |
Distribution
African Firefinch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Mevcut
Not recorded
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External Databases
Sık Sorulan Sorular
Is the African Firefinch endangered?
The African Firefinch has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Firefinch nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 12-14 days.
How big is the African Firefinch?
The African Firefinch has a wingspan of 9.6 cm, weight of 10.025 g.
What order and family does the African Firefinch belong to?
The African Firefinch (Lagonosticta rubricata) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Estrildidae.
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