About the Mountain Firetail
The mountain firetail is a common species of estrildid finch found in New Guinea. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000–50,000 km2 (7,700–19,300 sq mi). It is the only species in the genus Oreostruthus.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Oreostruthus fuliginosus |
| Species Codes | moufir1, MOFI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Firetail belong to?
The Mountain Firetail (Oreostruthus fuliginosus) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Firetail?
The mountain firetail is a common species of estrildid finch found in New Guinea. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000–50,000 km2 (7,700–19,300 sq mi). It is the only species in the genus Oreostruthus....
Where can I report a Mountain Firetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Firetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moufir1, or on iNaturalist.
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