Double-barred Finch - Taeniopygia bichenovii

Length 3.9-4.3 in (10.0-11.0 cm)
Weight 0.2-0.4 oz (7-12 g)
Clutch Size 3-6
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:OC
     

The Double-barred Finch is also known as the Bicheno's Finch or the Owl Finch. They are found in northern and eastern Australia. Sexes are similar and juveniles are duller and browner.

Diet is grasses and herb seeds. They will also occasionally eat insects and their larvae.

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