About the Red-throated Twinspot
The red-throated twinspot or Peters's twinspot is a common species of bird found in sub-saharan Africa. This species has a large range, with an estimated global extent of occurrence of 2,000,000 km2 (770,000 sq mi).
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Hypargos niveoguttatus |
| Species Codes | pettwi1, RTTW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-throated Twinspot belong to?
The Red-throated Twinspot (Hypargos niveoguttatus) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-throated Twinspot?
The red-throated twinspot or Peters's twinspot is a common species of bird found in sub-saharan Africa. This species has a large range, with an estimated global extent of occurrence of 2,000,000 km2 (770,000 sq mi)....
Where can I report a Red-throated Twinspot sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-throated Twinspot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pettwi1, or on iNaturalist.
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