About the Hooded Munia
The Hooded Munia (Lonchura spectabilis) 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 hoomun1 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 spectabilis |
| Species Codes | hoomun1, HOMU, HOMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hooded Munia belong to?
The Hooded Munia (Lonchura spectabilis) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Hooded Munia?
The Hooded 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 Hooded Munia sighting?
You can log sightings of Hooded Munia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hoomun1, 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
33
iNat Observations
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