The crimson finch (Neochmia phaeton) is a species of bird in the family Estrildidae. It is found throughout Northern Australia as well as parts of southern New Guinea. Crimson finches feature a distinctively bright crimson coat and are known for their aggression.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Crimson Finch being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Lagonosticta rufopicta
- Lagonosticta senegala
- Amandava amandava
- Lagonosticta nitidula
- Lagonosticta rubricata
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Aves
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Estrildidae
- Genus
- Neochmia
- Species
- Neochmia phaeton
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