About the Gray-headed Oliveback
The grey-headed oliveback, also known as the white-cheeked oliveback, is a common species of estrildid finch. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 800,000 km2 (310,000 sq mi).
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Delacourella capistrata |
| Species Codes | gyholi1, GHOL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray-headed Oliveback belong to?
The Gray-headed Oliveback (Delacourella capistrata) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gray-headed Oliveback?
The grey-headed oliveback, also known as the white-cheeked oliveback, is a common species of estrildid finch. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 800,000 km2 (310,000 sq mi)....
Where can I report a Gray-headed Oliveback sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray-headed Oliveback on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gyholi1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
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