About the Alpine Munia
The eastern alpine mannikin or alpine munia is a species of estrildid finch native to the Papuan Peninsula. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000 to 50,000 km2.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Lonchura monticola |
| Species Codes | alpmun1, EAMA, ALMA, ALMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Alpine Munia belong to?
The Alpine Munia (Lonchura monticola) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Alpine Munia?
The eastern alpine mannikin or alpine munia is a species of estrildid finch native to the Papuan Peninsula. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000 to 50,000 km2....
Where can I report a Alpine Munia sighting?
You can log sightings of Alpine Munia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code alpmun1, or on iNaturalist.