Pictorella Mannikin

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Pictorella Mannikin (<em>Heteromunia pectoralis</em>) is a species of Waxbills, Munias & Allies (<em>Estrildidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Pictorella Mannikin (Heteromunia pectoralis) is a species of Waxbills, Munias & Allies (Estrildidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Heteromunia; binomial: Heteromunia pectoralis; authority: (Gould, 1841).

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Change English name of Heteromunia pectoralis to Pictorella Mannikin to conform to prevailing usage.

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