Taeniopygia bichenovii
(Double-barred finch)
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FAMILY |
Passeridae |
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Species |
Taeniopygia bichenovii |
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Common name |
Double-barred finch |
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Main colour(s) |
Dark brown, grey and white |
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Distinctive feature |
Double black bars on chest, size 10-11 cm |
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Campus |
Townsville |
Description
Another small grass seed eating bird, they are easily recognised by the double black bars on the chest, and the white face is bordered by a black area. Wings are black and spotted with white, tail black, underparts pale brownish-grey. Legs and feet grey, eyes black, bill grey-blue.
Additional Photos
Eating Grass Seeds
