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Star Finch

Emblema ruficauda

Star Finch (Emblema ruficauda) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Australia & Oceania.

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The Star Finch (Emblema ruficauda) is a member of the Estrildidae family found in Australia & Oceania.

Where it fits

  1. Class Aves
  2. Order Passeriformes
  3. Family Estrildidae Waxbills, Munias & Allies
  4. Genus Emblema
  5. Species ruficauda

Where it lives

Northwest to northeastern (formerly east-central) Australia

Quick facts

Family
Estrildidae

Biology & behaviour

The Star Finch (Emblema ruficauda) is a member of the Estrildidae family, within the order Passeriformes. Its range spans Australia & Oceania. Its distribution covers AU nw to ne (formerly ec) Australia.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the Star Finch live?

The Star Finch is found across Australia & Oceania with a range covering AU nw to ne (formerly ec) Australia.

What family does the Star Finch belong to?

The Star Finch (Emblema ruficauda) belongs to the Estrildidae family, in the order Passeriformes.

Conservation

Not Evaluated

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