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Rufous-headed Parrotbill
Paradoxornis bakeri
Rufous-headed Parrotbill (Paradoxornis bakeri) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of South & Southeast Asia.
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The Rufous-headed Parrotbill (Paradoxornis bakeri) is a member of the Paradoxornithidae family found in South & Southeast Asia. The IUCN Red List lists it as Least Concern.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)Widespread and abundant — not currently at risk.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Paradoxornithidae Parrotbills & Allies
- Genus Paradoxornis
- Species bakeri
Quick facts
- Family
- Paradoxornithidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Rufous-headed Parrotbill (Paradoxornis bakeri) is a member of the Paradoxornithidae family, within the order Passeriformes. Its range spans South & Southeast Asia. Its distribution covers OR ne India to Vietnam.
The IUCN Red List currently assesses it as Least Concern. That category covers species that remain widespread and reasonably abundant in the wild.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Rufous-headed Parrotbill live?
The Rufous-headed Parrotbill is found across South & Southeast Asia with a range covering OR ne India to Vietnam.
What family does the Rufous-headed Parrotbill belong to?
The Rufous-headed Parrotbill (Paradoxornis bakeri) belongs to the Paradoxornithidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Is the Rufous-headed Parrotbill endangered?
The IUCN Red List currently assesses it as Least Concern That category covers species that remain widespread and reasonably abundant in the wild.
Conservation
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