About the Locustfinch
The locust finch or locustfinch is a species of waxbill found in south-central and south-eastern Africa. It is the only species in the genus Paludipasser. It is sometimes placed in the genus Ortygospiza.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Paludipasser locustella |
| Species Codes | locust3, LOFI, LOCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Locustfinch belong to?
The Locustfinch (Paludipasser locustella) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Locustfinch?
The locust finch or locustfinch is a species of waxbill found in south-central and south-eastern Africa. It is the only species in the genus Paludipasser. It is sometimes placed in the genus Ortygospiza....
Where can I report a Locustfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Locustfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code locust3, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
138
Species in Family
8
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