Australian Zebra Finch

Australian Zebra Finch

Taeniopygia castanotis

Least Concern
翼展
11.5 cm
体重
12.55 g
Estrildidae
Passeriformes

关于

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
翼展 11.5 cm 4.5 in
体重 12.55 g 0.44 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

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

产卵数

4-6

分类学

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

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常见问题

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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