Crimson Seedcracker
Crimson Seedcracker (<em>Pyrenestes sanguineus</em>) is a species of Waxbills, Munias &amp; Allies (<em>Estrildidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Crimson Seedcracker (Pyrenestes sanguineus) is a species of Waxbills, Munias & Allies (Estrildidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Pyrenestes; binomial: Pyrenestes sanguineus; authority: Swainson, 1837.
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Treat as monotypic; includes coccineus (Payne 2010).
