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Black Munia

Lonchura stygia

Near Threatened

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The Black Munia (Lonchura stygia) is a species in the genus Lonchura. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (प्राणी)
Phylum
Chordata (रज्जुकी)
Class
Aves (पक्षी)
Order
Passeriformes (पासरीफ़ोर्मीज़)
Family
Estrildidae
Genus
Lonchura
Species
Lonchura stygia (Black Munia)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese クロキンパラ
Chinese 黑文鸟
Spanish Capuchino Negro
French Capucin noir
German Hadesnonne
Portuguese capuchinho-preto
Russian Чёрная муния

Similar Species in Lonchura

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Black-breasted Munia
Lonchura teerinki
Least Concern
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Black-throated Munia
Lonchura kelaarti
Least Concern
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Scaly-breasted Munia
Lonchura punctulata
Least Concern
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Chestnut Munia
Lonchura atricapilla
Least Concern
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Java Sparrow
Lonchura oryzivora
Vulnerable
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Tricolored Munia
Lonchura malacca
Least Concern
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White-headed Munia
Lonchura maja
Least Concern
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Alpine Munia
Lonchura monticola
Least Concern
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Compare Species

vs Black-breasted Munia vs Black-throated Munia vs Scaly-breasted Munia vs Chestnut Munia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Munia?
The scientific name of Black Munia is Lonchura stygia. It belongs to the genus Lonchura.
What is the conservation status of Black Munia?
Black Munia (Lonchura stygia) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Black Munia live?
Black Munia is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Black Munia belong to?
Black Munia (Lonchura stygia) belongs to the genus Lonchura, which is part of the taxonomic family Estrildidae.
What kingdom does Black Munia belong to?
Black Munia (Lonchura stygia) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).
What are the closest relatives of Black Munia?
The closest relatives of Black Munia in the genus Lonchura include Alpine Munia, Black-breasted Munia, Black-throated Munia, Scaly-breasted Munia, Chestnut Munia.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Lonchura — 20 Species

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Alpine Munia
Lonchura monticola
LC 🐾
Black-breasted Munia
Lonchura teerinki
LC
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Black Munia
Lonchura stygia
NT
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Black-throated Munia
Lonchura kelaarti
LC 🐾
Scaly-breasted Munia
Lonchura punctulata
LC 🐾
Chestnut Munia
Lonchura atricapilla
LC 🐾
Java Sparrow
Lonchura oryzivora
VU 🐾
Tricolored Munia
Lonchura malacca
LC 🐾
White-headed Munia
Lonchura maja
LC 🐾
White-rumped Munia
Lonchura striata
LC 🐾
Grand Munia
Lonchura grandis
LC 🐾
Gray-banded Munia
Lonchura vana
VU 🐾
Gray-crowned Munia
Lonchura nevermanni
LC 🐾
Gray-headed Munia
Lonchura caniceps
LC 🐾
Hooded Munia
Lonchura spectabilis
LC 🐾
Javan Munia
Lonchura leucogastroides
LC 🐾
Mottled Munia
Lonchura hunsteini
LC 🐾
New Ireland Munia
Lonchura forbesi
LC 🐾
Pale-headed Munia
Lonchura pallida
LC 🐾
White-spotted Mannikin
Lonchura leucosticta
LC
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