About the Gray-headed Nigrita
The grey-headed nigrita is a common species of estrildid finch found in Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 3,700,000 km2.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Nigrita canicapillus |
| Species Codes | gyhneg1, GHNE, GHNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray-headed Nigrita belong to?
The Gray-headed Nigrita (Nigrita canicapillus) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gray-headed Nigrita?
The grey-headed nigrita is a common species of estrildid finch found in Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 3,700,000 km2....
Where can I report a Gray-headed Nigrita sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray-headed Nigrita on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gyhneg1, or on iNaturalist.
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