About the Black-bellied Firefinch
The black-bellied firefinch is a common species of estrildid finch found in Africa.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Lagonosticta rara |
| Species Codes | blbfir1, BBFI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-bellied Firefinch belong to?
The Black-bellied Firefinch (Lagonosticta rara) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-bellied Firefinch?
The black-bellied firefinch is a common species of estrildid finch found in Africa....
Where can I report a Black-bellied Firefinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-bellied Firefinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blbfir1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
138
Species in Family
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