Black-breasted mannikin
Lonchura teerinki
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The black-breasted mannikin, also known as black-breasted munia, is a species of estrildid finch endemic to West Papua, Indonesia. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000 to 50,000 km2. It is found in subtropical/ tropical lowland dry shrubland and high altitude grassland habitat. The status of the species is Least Concern.
The black-breasted mannikin (Lonchura teerinki), also known as black-breasted munia, is a species of estrildid finch endemic to West Papua, Indonesia. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000 to 50,000 km2. It is found in subtropical/ tropical lowland dry shrubland and high altitude grassland habitat. The status of the species is Least Concern.
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Taxonomy
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Estrildidae
- Genus
- Lonchura
- Conservation status
- Least concern
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6 illustrations of Lonchura teerinki (Black-breasted mannikin) 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 Rand, 1940 (CC0), from Wikimedia Commons.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Lonchura teerinki (Black-breasted mannikin) endangered?
- The IUCN Red List places Lonchura teerinki, commonly known as the Black-breasted mannikin, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
- Where does Lonchura teerinki (Black-breasted mannikin) live?
- Lonchura teerinki (Black-breasted mannikin) is found in Indonesia.
- What family does Lonchura teerinki (Black-breasted mannikin) belong to?
- Lonchura teerinki (Black-breasted mannikin) belongs to the family Estrildidae, in the order Passeriformes.
- What colour is Lonchura teerinki (Black-breasted mannikin)?
- The plumage of Lonchura teerinki (Black-breasted mannikin) combines these colours: Black.
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