About the White-rumped Munia
The white-rumped munia or white-rumped mannikin, sometimes called striated finch in aviculture, is a small passerine bird from the family of waxbill "finches" (Estrildidae). These are not close relatives of the true finches (Fringillidae) or true sparrows (Passeridae).
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Lonchura striata |
| Species Codes | whrmun, WRMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-rumped Munia belong to?
The White-rumped Munia (Lonchura striata) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-rumped Munia?
The white-rumped munia or white-rumped mannikin, sometimes called striated finch in aviculture, is a small passerine bird from the family of waxbill \"finches\" (Estrildidae). These are not close relatives of the true finches (Fringillidae) or true sparrows (Passeridae)....
Where can I report a White-rumped Munia sighting?
You can log sightings of White-rumped Munia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whrmun, or on iNaturalist.
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