About the Fawn-breasted Waxbill
The Fawn-breasted Waxbill (Estrilda paludicola) 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 fabwax1 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 | Estrilda paludicola |
| Species Codes | fabwax1, FBWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fawn-breasted Waxbill belong to?
The Fawn-breasted Waxbill (Estrilda paludicola) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Fawn-breasted Waxbill?
The Fawn-breasted Waxbill 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 Fawn-breasted Waxbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Fawn-breasted Waxbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code fabwax1, or on iNaturalist.