About the Black-crowned Waxbill
The Black-crowned Waxbill (Estrilda nonnula) is a species of bird in the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 138 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blcwax2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Estrilda nonnula |
| Species Codes | blcwax2, BCWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-crowned Waxbill belong to?
The Black-crowned Waxbill (Estrilda nonnula) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-crowned Waxbill?
The Black-crowned Waxbill is a member of the Waxbills and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-crowned Waxbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-crowned Waxbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blcwax2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Waxbills and Allies 138 species
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