Javan Munia
Lonchura leucogastroides
The Javan Munia (Lonchura leucogastroides) is a rare munias, parrotfinches, waxbills, and alli found in 4 countries, weighing about 12 g. The Javan munia is a species of estrildid finch native to southern Sumatra, Java, Bali and Lombok islands in Indonesia.
About the Javan Munia
The Javan munia is a species of estrildid finch native to southern Sumatra, Java, Bali and Lombok islands in Indonesia. It was introduced in Singapore and the Malay Peninsula; It inhabits subtropical and tropical dry shrubland and grassland habitat. It has been assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Sri Lanka.
When to see it
The Javan Munia can be seen all year round, with peak activity in August. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Javan Munia look like?
- The Javan munia is a species of estrildid finch native to southern Sumatra, Java, Bali and Lombok islands in Indonesia.
- How big is a Javan Munia?
- The Javan Munia is a tiny sized bird weighing about 12 g.
- Where can you see a Javan Munia?
- The Javan Munia occurs in 4 countries, including Indonesia, Singapore and Malaysia.
- What birds look similar to a Javan Munia?
- The Javan Munia is most easily confused with the White-headed Munia, the Dusky Munia and the Black-throated Munia.
- Is the Javan Munia endangered?
- The Javan Munia is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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