Java sparrow — size comparison

The Java sparrow inhabits open and farmed Java and neighbouring islands. Its grey body, black head, large white cheeks and massive pink bill are distinctive. Fl

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Length

wzdłuż osi ciała · od końca dzioba do końca ogonaReference values · details in the profiles

Java sparrow

Padda oryzivora

ok. 16 cmDorosły ptak
total length

wzdłuż osi ciała · od końca dzioba do końca ogonaMeasurement: side

Mass
22–27 gDorosłe osobniki
Shared ground line. The scale follows the measurement stated for each animal. Boy: approx. 115 cm
Total lengthScale in cm
05101520
Java sparrowTotal lengthapprox. 16 cm

The scale compares the named dimensions. View direction and measurement points are given for each animal.

Scale based on the stated dimensions for each animal

Boy: approx. 115 cm
Java sparrow — size comparison — facts and sources

The Java sparrow inhabits open and farmed Java and neighbouring islands. Its grey body, black head, large white cheeks and massive pink bill are distinctive. Flocks feed on grass and crop seeds.

The strong conical bill cracks hard seeds including rice. Small invertebrates supplement food. Rich sites attract many birds maintaining contact between fields and cover.

Measurement sources