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فضي المنقار

Euodice malabarica

Least Concern

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A small, slender finch of the family Estrildidae, Indian silverbills inhabit dry scrubland, grassland, and agricultural areas across South Asia from Pakistan through India to Sri Lanka. Recognized by their silver-white bill, brown upper parts, and white underparts. Highly gregarious, gathering in flocks to feed on grass seeds. They build spherical, enclosed nests and are popular aviary birds for their docile, social nature and pleasant, soft twittering calls.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Africa (Gambia), Asia (Jordan, Taiwan), and Europe (Belgium, France, Norway).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇯🇴 Jordan 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇲 Gambia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (جواثم)

Species

Euodice malabarica (فضي المنقار)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ギンバシ

Chinese 白喉文鳥

Spanish Capuchino Picoplata Indio

French Capucin bec-de-plomb

German Indiensilberschnabel

Portuguese bico-de-chumbo-indiano

Russian Малабарская амадина

Arabic فضي المنقار

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of فضي المنقار?

The scientific name of فضي المنقار is Euodice malabarica. It belongs to the genus Euodice.

What is the conservation status of فضي المنقار?

فضي المنقار (Euodice malabarica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does فضي المنقار live?

فضي المنقار is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Gambia), Asia (Jordan, Taiwan), and Europe (Belgium, France, Norway).. Countries include Belgium, France, Gambia, Jordan, Norway, Taiwan.

What family does فضي المنقار belong to?

فضي المنقار (Euodice malabarica) belongs to the genus Euodice, which is part of the taxonomic family Estrildidae.

Is فضي المنقار endangered?

No, فضي المنقار (Euodice malabarica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does فضي المنقار belong to?

فضي المنقار (Euodice malabarica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of فضي المنقار?

The closest relatives of فضي المنقار in the genus Euodice include African Silverbill.