About the Orange-winged Pytilia
The orange-winged pytilia, also known as the golden-backed pytilia, is a species of estrildid finch found in Africa. It has a wide range and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed it as being of least concern.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Pytilia afra |
| Species Codes | orwpyt1, OWPY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Orange-winged Pytilia belong to?
The Orange-winged Pytilia (Pytilia afra) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Orange-winged Pytilia?
The orange-winged pytilia, also known as the golden-backed pytilia, is a species of estrildid finch found in Africa. It has a wide range and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed it as being of least concern....
Where can I report a Orange-winged Pytilia sighting?
You can log sightings of Orange-winged Pytilia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code orwpyt1, or on iNaturalist.
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