About the Grand Munia
The great-billed mannikin or grand munia is a species of estrildid finch found in northern and eastern New Guinea. It is found in wetlands habitat. The status of the species is evaluated as Least Concern.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Lonchura grandis |
| Species Codes | gramun1, GBMA, GRMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Grand Munia belong to?
The Grand Munia (Lonchura grandis) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Grand Munia?
The great-billed mannikin or grand munia is a species of estrildid finch found in northern and eastern New Guinea. It is found in wetlands habitat. The status of the species is evaluated as Least Concern....
Where can I report a Grand Munia sighting?
You can log sightings of Grand Munia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gramun1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
138
Species in Family
23
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