Java sparrow
Padda oryzivora
The Java sparrow (Padda oryzivora; syn.
About the Java sparrow
The Java sparrow (Padda oryzivora; syn. Lonchura oryzivora), also known as the Java finch, Java rice sparrow or Java rice bird, is a small passerine bird. This species in the family Estrildidae is a resident breeding bird in Java, Bali, and Bawean in Indonesia. It is a popular cage bird, and has been introduced into many other countries.
Fun Facts About Java sparrow
- This species in the family Estrildidae is a resident breeding bird in Java, Bali, and Bawean in Indonesia.
Conservation Status
The Java sparrow is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. This species is at significant risk of extinction and requires active conservation efforts.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | passerines |
| Family | Estrildidae |
| Genus | Padda |
| Species | Padda oryzivora |
Range & Habitat
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