About the Magpie Mannikin
The magpie mannikin or magpie munia is a species of estrildid finch, sparsely present across Sub-Saharan Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 1,400,000 km2.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Spermestes fringilloides |
| Species Codes | magman1, MAMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Magpie Mannikin belong to?
The Magpie Mannikin (Spermestes fringilloides) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Magpie Mannikin?
The magpie mannikin or magpie munia is a species of estrildid finch, sparsely present across Sub-Saharan Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 1,400,000 km2....
Where can I report a Magpie Mannikin sighting?
You can log sightings of Magpie Mannikin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code magman1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
138
Species in Family
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