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Unknown bird in my backyard (1 Viewer)
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Sangahyando
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I think your ID is correct, which means there is apparently a feral population of them in your region. As far as I know, they are also established in other areas outside of their home range, including California.
That's what it is. Here's a paragraph from Audubon:
©by Audubon:
Native to southern Asia, this small waxbill is a popular cagebird. Escapees from captivity have established wild populations in several parts of the world. The species is now widespread and common in coastal California, from San Jose to San Diego, and other local populations are established around Houston, Texas, at a few spots farther east along the Gulf Coast, and in southern Florida. Usually seen in flocks.
©by Audubon:
Native to southern Asia, this small waxbill is a popular cagebird. Escapees from captivity have established wild populations in several parts of the world. The species is now widespread and common in coastal California, from San Jose to San Diego, and other local populations are established around Houston, Texas, at a few spots farther east along the Gulf Coast, and in southern Florida. Usually seen in flocks.
chowchilla
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Yep. Scaly-breasted Munia, Nutmeg Manakin, or as they are called here in Aus, Spice Finch.
This species is an abundant exotic in my city.
This species is an abundant exotic in my city.
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