Uraeginthus
| Uraeginthus | |
|---|---|
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| Uraeginthus bengalus | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Aves |
| Order: | Passeriformes |
| Family: | Estrildidae |
| Genus: | Uraeginthus Cabanis, 1851 |
Uraeginthus is a genus of bird in the Estrildidae family. It contains the following species:[1]
- Violet-eared waxbill (Uraeginthus granatinus)
- Blue waxbill (Uraeginthus angolensis)
- Purple grenadier (Uraeginthus ianthinogaster)
- Red-cheeked cordon-bleu (Uraeginthus bengalus)
- Blue-capped cordon-bleu (Uraeginthus cyanocephalus)
References
- ↑ Clement, P., et al. Finches and Sparrows: An Identification Guide. Christopher Helm. London, UK. 1993.
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