Order Passeriformes Genus Lonchura Higher classification Munia | Phylum Chordata Family Estrildidae Scientific name Lonchura forbesi Rank Species | |
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Similar Hunstein's mannikin, Buff‑bellied mannikin, Grey‑banded mannikin, Streak‑headed mannikin, Grey‑headed mannikin | ||
The Forbes's mannikin or New Ireland munia (Lonchura forbesi) is a species of estrildid finch breeding in Papua New Guinea. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 20,000 to 50,000 km². It is found in subtropical or tropical lowland dry grassland habitat. The status of the species is evaluated as Least Concern.
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