About the Red-eared Parrotfinch
The red-eared parrotfinch is a species of estrildid finch endemic to Mindanao in the Philippines. It's known for its striking plumage of a green body, a blue face and the eponymous red-ear. It is found in tropical montane forest above 1,000 metres (3,280 ft) above sea level.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Erythrura coloria |
| Species Codes | reepar2, REPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-eared Parrotfinch belong to?
The Red-eared Parrotfinch (Erythrura coloria) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-eared Parrotfinch?
The red-eared parrotfinch is a species of estrildid finch endemic to Mindanao in the Philippines. It's known for its striking plumage of a green body, a blue face and the eponymous red-ear. It is found in tropical montane forest above 1,000 metres (3,280 ft) above sea level....
Where can I report a Red-eared Parrotfinch sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-eared Parrotfinch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reepar2, or on iNaturalist.
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