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ViewsJava SparrowFrom Opus
Padda oryzivora
[edit] Identification17 cm
Sexes similar
[edit] DistributionIndonesia: found in Java, Bali, Lombok, Sumbawa, Kangean Islands; introduced to Christmas Island. In addition, it is found in the cage bird trade, and populations originating in escaped individuals are found elsewhere, for example in Puerto Rico. [edit] TaxonomyThis 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. [edit] HabitatOpen grassland low bushes and scrub. Often seen near towns. [edit] Behaviour[edit] DietDiet includes grain and other seeds. [edit] BreedingThe nest is built in a tree or building. The clutch consists of up to 8 eggs. [edit] References
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