About the White-headed Munia
The white-headed munia (Lonchura maja) is a small passerine bird belonging to the estrildid finch family. This species is often confused with, and referred to as, the Pale-headed munia which can be differentiated by tan coloured flanks which are lighter than the brown wings and also by the absence of the black belly.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Lonchura maja |
| Species Codes | whhmun1, WHMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-headed Munia belong to?
The White-headed Munia (Lonchura maja) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-headed Munia?
The white-headed munia (Lonchura maja) is a small passerine bird belonging to the estrildid finch family. This species is often confused with, and referred to as, the Pale-headed munia which can be differentiated by tan coloured flanks which are lighter than the brown wings and also by the absence o...
Where can I report a White-headed Munia sighting?
You can log sightings of White-headed Munia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whhmun1, or on iNaturalist.
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