African Firefinch
African Firefinch (<em>Lagonosticta rubricata</em>) is a species of Waxbills, Munias &amp; Allies (<em>Estrildidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
African Firefinch (Lagonosticta rubricata) is a species of Waxbills, Munias & Allies (Estrildidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A small crimson finch with black belly; lives in rank grass and thickets; feeds on grass seeds; nests in a spherical grass ball; a jewel of African savanna edges.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Lagonosticta; binomial: Lagonosticta rubricata; authority: (Lichtenstein, MHC, 1823). Typical size: 10-11cm. Average lifespan: 3-6 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
