About the Black-faced Firefinch
The black-faced firefinch is a common species of estrildid finch found in Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 2,100,000 km2.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Lagonosticta larvata |
| Species Codes | bkffir1, BFFI, VIFI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-faced Firefinch belong to?
The Black-faced Firefinch (Lagonosticta larvata) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-faced Firefinch?
The black-faced firefinch is a common species of estrildid finch found in Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 2,100,000 km2....
Where can I report a Black-faced Firefinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-faced Firefinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkffir1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
138
Species in Family
75
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