About the Crimson Finch
The crimson finch is a species of bird in the family Estrildidae. It is found throughout Northern Australia as well as parts of southern New Guinea. Crimson finches feature a distinctively bright crimson coat and are known for their aggression.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Neochmia phaeton |
| Species Codes | crifin1, WBBC, CRFI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crimson Finch belong to?
The Crimson Finch (Neochmia phaeton) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Crimson Finch?
The crimson finch is a species of bird in the family Estrildidae. It is found throughout Northern Australia as well as parts of southern New Guinea. Crimson finches feature a distinctively bright crimson coat and are known for their aggression....
Where can I report a Crimson Finch sighting?
You can log sightings of Crimson Finch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crifin1, or on iNaturalist.
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