About the White-bellied Munia
The white-bellied munia is a species of estrildid finch. It is found in Malesia. Its natural habitat is subtropical/ tropical lowland moist forest habitat, and it is also found in grasslands and residential areas. The status of the species is evaluated as Least Concern. It is an invasive species.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Lonchura leucogastra |
| Species Codes | whbmun1, WBMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-bellied Munia belong to?
The White-bellied Munia (Lonchura leucogastra) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-bellied Munia?
The white-bellied munia is a species of estrildid finch. It is found in Malesia. Its natural habitat is subtropical/ tropical lowland moist forest habitat, and it is also found in grasslands and residential areas. The status of the species is evaluated as Least Concern. It is an invasive species....
Where can I report a White-bellied Munia sighting?
You can log sightings of White-bellied Munia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbmun1, or on iNaturalist.
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