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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
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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.
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Size
10 cm
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
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General Info
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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.
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Scientific Classification
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Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Estrildid finches Genus
Mannikins Species
Grey-banded Mannikin