About the Violet-eared Waxbill
The violet-eared waxbill or common grenadier is a common species of estrildid finch found in drier land of Southern Africa.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Granatina granatina |
| Species Codes | viewax1, VEWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violet-eared Waxbill belong to?
The Violet-eared Waxbill (Granatina granatina) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Violet-eared Waxbill?
The violet-eared waxbill or common grenadier is a common species of estrildid finch found in drier land of Southern Africa....
Where can I report a Violet-eared Waxbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Violet-eared Waxbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code viewax1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
138
Species in Family
816
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