About the Plum-headed Finch
The plum-headed finch also known as cherry finch is a common species of estrildid finch found in Australia. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 100,000 – 1,000,000 km2.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Emblema modestum |
| Species Codes | plhfin1, PHFI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plum-headed Finch belong to?
The Plum-headed Finch (Emblema modestum) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Plum-headed Finch?
The plum-headed finch also known as cherry finch is a common species of estrildid finch found in Australia. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 100,000 – 1,000,000 km2....
Where can I report a Plum-headed Finch sighting?
You can log sightings of Plum-headed Finch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code plhfin1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
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