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Orange-cheeked Waxbill

Estrilda melpoda

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Estrildidae ›Genus: Estrilda

About

The orange-cheeked waxbill (Estrilda melpoda) is a common species of estrildid finch native to western and central Africa, with an estimated global extent of occurrence of 3,600,000 km2.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Orange-cheeked Waxbill?
The scientific name of Orange-cheeked Waxbill is Estrilda melpoda.
What is the conservation status of Orange-cheeked Waxbill?
The Orange-cheeked Waxbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Orange-cheeked Waxbill belong to?
Orange-cheeked Waxbill belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Orange-cheeked Waxbill belong to?
Orange-cheeked Waxbill belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Orange-cheeked Waxbill belong to?
Orange-cheeked Waxbill belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Orange-cheeked Waxbill belong to?
Orange-cheeked Waxbill belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Orange-cheeked Waxbill belong to?
Orange-cheeked Waxbill belongs to the family Estrildidae.
What genus does Orange-cheeked Waxbill belong to?
Orange-cheeked Waxbill belongs to the genus Estrilda.