Red Avadavat
Red Avadavat (<em>Amandava amandava</em>) is a species of Waxbills, Munias &amp; Allies (<em>Estrildidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Red Avadavat (Amandava amandava) is a species of Waxbills, Munias & Allies (Estrildidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A tiny finch, the male scarlet with white spots in breeding plumage; lives in tall grass near water; a popular cage bird; nests in a small domed grass structure.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Amandava; binomial: Amandava amandava; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758). Typical size: 9-10cm. Average lifespan: 3-6 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Oriental Region.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
