About the Bismarck Munia
The Bismarck Munia (Lonchura melaena) is a species of bird in the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 138 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bismun1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Lonchura melaena |
| Species Codes | bismun1, BIMU, BBMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bismarck Munia belong to?
The Bismarck Munia (Lonchura melaena) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Bismarck Munia?
The Bismarck Munia is a member of the Waxbills and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bismarck Munia sighting?
You can log sightings of Bismarck Munia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bismun1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Waxbills and Allies 138 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
138
Species in Family
11
iNat Observations
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