Zebra Finch
NameZebra Finch
Common NameZebra Finch
Scientific NameTaeniopygia guttata
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)10
Length (cm)10
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsMales have a grey head, bright orange cheek patches, and a black tear-stripe below the eye. The throat and upper breast are finely barred black and white, followed by a black band. The flanks are chestnut with white spots, and the belly is white. The back and wings are grey-brown, and the beak is bright red-orange. Females are duller, lacking the orange cheek patches and flank spots, with a paler orange beak.
Vocalization / CallKnown for their short, sharp 'tet' or 'tett' calls. Males also produce complex, variable songs used for courtship and communication.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, savanna, shrubland, open woodland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to central and eastern Australia, and the Lesser Sunda Islands. Introduced to various other regions globally.
Identifying Featuresbright orange beak, grey head, orange cheek patches (males), black and white striped throat (males), chestnut flanks with white spots (males), small size
Description
The Zebra Finch is a small, highly social finch characterized by its vibrant orange beak and distinctive facial markings. Males display striking plumage with orange cheek patches and striped throat patterns, while females are duller. They are known for their active and vocal nature.
