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White-breasted Nigrita

Nigrita fusconotus

Taxonomy

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

About

The white-breasted nigrita (Nigrita fusconotus) is a very small nigrita with a rather waxbill-like appearance, a black cap and tail contrast with a brown back and wings and white under parts. Both sexes are alike but the immature has the crown, rump and tail browner. It is a common species of estrildid finch found in Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 2,700,000 km2.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White-breasted Nigrita?
The scientific name of White-breasted Nigrita is Nigrita fusconotus.
What is the conservation status of White-breasted Nigrita?
The White-breasted Nigrita has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does White-breasted Nigrita belong to?
White-breasted Nigrita belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does White-breasted Nigrita belong to?
White-breasted Nigrita belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does White-breasted Nigrita belong to?
White-breasted Nigrita belongs to the class Aves.
What order does White-breasted Nigrita belong to?
White-breasted Nigrita belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does White-breasted Nigrita belong to?
White-breasted Nigrita belongs to the family Estrildidae.
What genus does White-breasted Nigrita belong to?
White-breasted Nigrita belongs to the genus Nigrita.