Grey-banded Mannikin
A species of Mannikins, Also known as Grey-banded Munia Scientific name : Lonchura vana Genus : Mannikins
Grey-banded Mannikin, A species of Mannikins
Also known as:
Grey-banded Munia
Botanical name: Lonchura vana
Genus: Mannikins
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Description
The grey-banded mannikin or grey-banded munia, (Lonchura vana) is a species of estrildid finch is known to be found in Anggi Gigi, Tamrau Mountains and Arfak Mountains in the Vogelkop Peninsula in north-west Papua, Indonesia. This species inhabits at mid-mountain wet grassland and marshland. It also can be found at abandoned agricultural plots, near human settlements. 
Size
10 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Grey-banded Mannikin forages in small flocks on low-lying weeds in abandoned fields, yet specific diet details are not documented.
Habitat
The grey-banded Mannikin typically inhabits wet grasslands and marshes, often found at the fringes of cultivated lands. These areas may also be in proximity to human settlements, highlighting a level of adaptability in the species. The bird favors environments with abundant vegetation that provide both nourishment and shelter.
Dite type
Granivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Species Status
It was proposed to further identify its habitat requirements and threats at Anggi Gigi and conserve wet grassland and marshland sites in Anggi Gigi, into the protected-areas. It was also proposed to establish whether the Pegunungan Arfak Nature Reserve supports the species and find suitable habitat in north-east Papua to conserve this species.
Photo By Charley Hesse TROPICAL BIRDING 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Estrildid finches Genus
Mannikins Species
Grey-banded Mannikin 
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