Red-headed parrotfinch
Erythrura cyaneovirens
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The red-headed parrotfinch is a common species of estrildid finch found in Samoa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000 to 50,000 km2.
The red-headed parrotfinch (Erythrura cyaneovirens) is a common species of estrildid finch found in Samoa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000 to 50,000 km2.
It is found in subtropical/tropical lowland moist forest.
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Taxonomy
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Estrildidae
- Genus
- Erythrura
- Conservation status
- Least concern
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Care guide
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6 illustrations of Erythrura cyaneovirens (Red-headed parrotfinch) in different styles, true to its real plumage. Shown watermarked; the art pack includes the high-resolution originals, ready to print.

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Illustrations based on the photograph by Joseph Smit (Public domain), from Wikimedia Commons.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Erythrura cyaneovirens (Red-headed parrotfinch) endangered?
- The IUCN Red List places Erythrura cyaneovirens, commonly known as the Red-headed parrotfinch, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
- What family does Erythrura cyaneovirens (Red-headed parrotfinch) belong to?
- Erythrura cyaneovirens (Red-headed parrotfinch) belongs to the family Estrildidae, in the order Passeriformes.
- What colour is Erythrura cyaneovirens (Red-headed parrotfinch)?
- The plumage of Erythrura cyaneovirens (Red-headed parrotfinch) combines these colours: Red and Green.
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