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Schwarzbauchnonne

Lonchura malacca

Least Concern

About

Also known as the black-headed munia, tricolored munias display striking chestnut, white, and black plumage. They inhabit grasslands, reed beds, and agricultural land across South and Southeast Asia from India to Indonesia. They are strongly associated with wetland and paddy field habitats, feeding on grass seeds and grain. Popular cage birds throughout their range, the species has been introduced beyond its natural range and established feral populations in several countries.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Indonesia, Japan, United Arab Emirates), Europe (7 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Vanuatu), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ギンパラ
Chinese 栗腹文鳥
Spanish Monjita Tricolor
French Capucin à dos marron
German Schwarzbauchnonne
Portuguese capuchinho-tricolor
Russian Чернобрюхая муния

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Schwarzbauchnonne?
The scientific name of Schwarzbauchnonne is Lonchura malacca. It belongs to the genus Lonchura.
What is the conservation status of Schwarzbauchnonne?
Schwarzbauchnonne (Lonchura malacca) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Schwarzbauchnonne live?
Schwarzbauchnonne is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Indonesia, Japan, United Arab Emirates), Europe (7 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Vanuatu), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Belize, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, France, Haiti, Indonesia, Jamaica.
What family does Schwarzbauchnonne belong to?
Schwarzbauchnonne (Lonchura malacca) belongs to the genus Lonchura, which is part of the taxonomic family Estrildidae.
Is Schwarzbauchnonne endangered?
No, Schwarzbauchnonne (Lonchura malacca) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Schwarzbauchnonne belong to?
Schwarzbauchnonne (Lonchura malacca) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Schwarzbauchnonne?
The closest relatives of Schwarzbauchnonne in the genus Lonchura include Arfaknonne, Bergbronzemännchen, Bergnonne, Blasskopfnonne, Borneobronzemännchen.

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