About the Black-rumped Waxbill
The black-rumped waxbill is a common species of estrildid finch found in Southern Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 2,000,000 km2.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Estrilda troglodytes |
| Species Codes | bkrwax, BLRW, BRWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-rumped Waxbill belong to?
The Black-rumped Waxbill (Estrilda troglodytes) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-rumped Waxbill?
The black-rumped waxbill is a common species of estrildid finch found in Southern Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 2,000,000 km2....
Where can I report a Black-rumped Waxbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-rumped Waxbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkrwax, 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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