About the Shelley's Crimsonwing
Shelley's crimsonwing is a vulnerable species of estrildid finch native to the Albertine Rift montane forests. It has shown population decline over the past few decades, with a current population estimate of 1,000–2,499. This is possibly related to uncontrolled deforestation.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Cryptospiza shelleyi |
| Species Codes | shcwin1, SHCR |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Shelley's Crimsonwing belong to?
The Shelley's Crimsonwing (Cryptospiza shelleyi) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Shelley's Crimsonwing?
The Shelley's Crimsonwing is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Shelley's Crimsonwing?
Shelley's crimsonwing is a vulnerable species of estrildid finch native to the Albertine Rift montane forests. It has shown population decline over the past few decades, with a current population estimate of 1,000–2,499. This is possibly related to uncontrolled deforestation....
Where can I report a Shelley's Crimsonwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Shelley's Crimsonwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shcwin1, or on iNaturalist.
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