About the Red-throated Parrotfinch
The red-throated parrotfinch is a species of estrildid finch found in New Caledonia. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000 to 50,000 km2.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Erythrura psittacea |
| Species Codes | retpar3, RTPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-throated Parrotfinch belong to?
The Red-throated Parrotfinch (Erythrura psittacea) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-throated Parrotfinch?
The red-throated parrotfinch is a species of estrildid finch found in New Caledonia. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000 to 50,000 km2....
Where can I report a Red-throated Parrotfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-throated Parrotfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code retpar3, 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
84
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