About the Mottled Munia
The Mottled Munia (Lonchura hunsteini) is a species of bird in the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 138 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code motmun1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Lonchura hunsteini |
| Species Codes | motmun1, MOMA, MOMU, HUMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mottled Munia belong to?
The Mottled Munia (Lonchura hunsteini) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mottled Munia?
The Mottled Munia is a member of the Waxbills and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Mottled Munia sighting?
You can log sightings of Mottled Munia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code motmun1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Waxbills and Allies 138 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
138
Species in Family
10
iNat Observations
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