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Latest revision as of 08:36, 11 November 2023
Alternative names: Java Rice Sparrow; Java (Rice) Finch; Java Rice Bird; Java Temple Bird
- Padda oryzivora
Lonchura oryzivora
Identification
17 cm
- Grey upperparts and breast
- Pink belly
- White-cheeked black head
- Red eye-ring
- Pink feet
- Thick red bill
Sexes similar
Immature birds:
- Brown upperparts
- Lighter brown underparts and cheeks
- Remainder of the head is dark grey (as opposed to black)
- Grey bill with a pink base
Distribution
Indonesia: found in Java, Bali, Lombok, Sumbawa, Kangean Islands; introduced to Christmas Island, Puerto Rico, and Hawaii.
Taxonomy
This is a monotypic species[1]. which belongs to the Estrildidae. Its closest relative seems to be the Timor Sparrow. Some authorities1, 2 place this bird in genus Padda.
Habitat
Open grassland low bushes and scrub. Often seen near towns.
Behaviour
Diet
Diet includes grain and other seeds.
Breeding
The nest is built in a tree or building. The clutch consists of up to 8 eggs.
References
- Clements, J. F., T. S. Schulenberg, M. J. Iliff, S. M. Billerman, T. A. Fredericks, J. A. Gerbracht, D. Lepage, B. L. Sullivan, and C. L. Wood. 2021. The eBird/Clements checklist of Birds of the World: v2021. Downloaded from https://www.birds.cornell.edu/clementschecklist/download/
- Avibase
- Wikipedia
- The species account from Birdlife International with detailed information about status in the original distribution area
Recommended Citation
- BirdForum Opus contributors. (2024) Java Sparrow. In: BirdForum, the forum for wild birds and birding. Retrieved 8 May 2024 from https://www.birdforum.net/opus/Java_Sparrow
External Links
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