Orange-cheeked waxbill

Estrilda melpoda

Family: Estrildidae Order: passerines Conservation: Least Concern
Orange-cheeked waxbill

About the Orange-cheeked waxbill

species of bird

Fun Facts About Orange-cheeked waxbill

  • The Orange-cheeked waxbill (Estrilda melpoda) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Orange-cheeked waxbill is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

Orderpasserines
FamilyEstrildidae
GenusEstrilda
SpeciesEstrilda melpoda

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Related Species

Other species in the Estrildidae family: