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zacate pluma

Chloris virgata

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Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits flooded grasslands and savannas and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (5 countries), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (paseriformes)

Species

Chloris virgata (zacate pluma)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish zacate pluma

French Chloris

German Ruten-Fingergras

Similar Species in Chloris

Verderón del Himalaya

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Chloris submutica

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of zacate pluma?

The scientific name of zacate pluma is Chloris virgata. It belongs to the genus Chloris.

Where does zacate pluma live?

zacate pluma is found in Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (5 countries), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Central African Republic, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, Cuba, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does zacate pluma belong to?

zacate pluma (Chloris virgata) belongs to the genus Chloris, which is part of the taxonomic family Fringillidae.

What kingdom does zacate pluma belong to?

zacate pluma (Chloris virgata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of zacate pluma?

The closest relatives of zacate pluma in the genus Chloris include Grama Rhodes, Verderón Cabecinegro, Verderón Chino, Verderón Común, Verderón del Himalaya.