About the Java Sparrow
The Java sparrow, also known as the Java finch, Java rice sparrow or Java rice bird, is a small passerine bird. This species in the family Estrildidae is a resident breeding bird in Java, Bali, and Bawean in Indonesia. It is a popular cage bird, and has been introduced into many other countries.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Padda oryzivora |
| Species Codes | javspa, JASP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Java Sparrow belong to?
The Java Sparrow (Padda oryzivora) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Java Sparrow?
The Java sparrow, also known as the Java finch, Java rice sparrow or Java rice bird, is a small passerine bird. This species in the family Estrildidae is a resident breeding bird in Java, Bali, and Bawean in Indonesia. It is a popular cage bird, and has been introduced into many other countries....
Where can I report a Java Sparrow sighting?
You can log sightings of Java Sparrow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code javspa, or on iNaturalist.
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