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Серая рисовка

Lonchura oryzivora

Vulnerable

About

One of the most popular cage birds in East Asia, Java sparrows are striking finches with grey plumage, a bold black head, distinctive white cheek patches, and a bright red bill. Native to Java and Bali in Indonesia, they have been introduced to many parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. They inhabit open grasslands, rice fields, and farmland, often becoming pests on rice crops. Listed as Vulnerable in their native range due to severe trapping pressure for the cage bird trade.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Indomalayan realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Tanzania), Asia (Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam), Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Colombia, Venezuela). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ブンチョウ
Chinese 爪哇禾雀
Spanish Capuchino Arrocero de Java
French Padda de Java
German Javareisfink
Portuguese pardal-de-java
Russian Серая рисовка
Thai นกกระจอกชวา

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Серая рисовка?
The scientific name of Серая рисовка is Lonchura oryzivora. It belongs to the genus Lonchura.
What is the conservation status of Серая рисовка?
Серая рисовка (Lonchura oryzivora) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Серая рисовка live?
Серая рисовка is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Tanzania), Asia (Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam), Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Colombia, Venezuela). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Colombia, France, Netherlands, Norway, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, United Kingdom.
What family does Серая рисовка belong to?
Серая рисовка (Lonchura oryzivora) belongs to the genus Lonchura, which is part of the taxonomic family Estrildidae.
Is Серая рисовка endangered?
Yes, Серая рисовка (Lonchura oryzivora) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Серая рисовка belong to?
Серая рисовка (Lonchura oryzivora) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).
What are the closest relatives of Серая рисовка?
The closest relatives of Серая рисовка in the genus Lonchura include Альпийская муния, Белобрюхая амадина, Белоголовая муния, Белолицая муния, Бледноголовая муния.

Native Range — 13 Countries

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