Yellow-winged pytilia
Pytilia hypogrammica
The yellow-winged pytilia, also known as the red-faced pytilia, is an African estrildid finch.
The yellow-winged pytilia (Pytilia hypogrammica), also known as the red-faced pytilia, is an African estrildid finch.
Distribution
The finch has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 250,000 km2 (97,000 sq mi). It is sparsely distributed across West Africa, from Guinea to far north-western Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Where it lives
Taxonomy
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Estrildidae
- Genus
- Pytilia
- Conservation status
- Least concern
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Care guide
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Pytilia hypogrammica (Yellow-winged pytilia) endangered?
- The IUCN Red List places Pytilia hypogrammica, commonly known as the Yellow-winged pytilia, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
- Where does Pytilia hypogrammica (Yellow-winged pytilia) live?
- Pytilia hypogrammica (Yellow-winged pytilia) is found in Africa and Burkina Faso.
- What family does Pytilia hypogrammica (Yellow-winged pytilia) belong to?
- Pytilia hypogrammica (Yellow-winged pytilia) belongs to the family Estrildidae, in the order Passeriformes.
- What colour is Pytilia hypogrammica (Yellow-winged pytilia)?
- The plumage of Pytilia hypogrammica (Yellow-winged pytilia) combines these colours: Red and Yellow.
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