Estrilda
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A small, colourful bird like a finch that lives in Africa and Asia
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- Specialized
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Estrilda
- Several species in the genus Estrilda are popular as cage birds for their bright plumage.
Examples
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The red-cheeked Estrilda is often seen in grasslands across sub-Saharan Africa.
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Researchers studied the nesting habits of the Estrilda in the wild.
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The Estrilda is known for its vibrant colors.
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Did you see the Estrildas at the aviary?
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Several species in the genus Estrilda are popular as cage birds for their bright plumage.
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The red-cheeked Estrilda is often seen in grasslands across sub-Saharan Africa.
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Researchers studied the nesting habits of the Estrilda in the wild.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Estrilda is a Latin-style form of a woman's name, which is a common way scientists give names to animal groups. A helpful way to remember it is to think of Estrilda as the 'family name' for a group of small, colorful finches, so Estrilda refers to those finch-like birds.
