Zebra finch — size comparison

The zebra finch is a small social bird of dry savannas and scrub near water. Flocks chiefly gather small grass seeds; short strong bills husk grains. It can bre

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Length

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Zebra finch

Taeniopygia guttata

ok. 10,5 cmDorosły ptak
total length

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

Mass
10–16 gDorosłe osobniki
Shared ground line. The scale follows the measurement stated for each animal. Boy: approx. 115 cm
Total lengthScale in cm
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Zebra finchTotal lengthapprox. 10.5 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
Zebra finch — size comparison — facts and sources

The zebra finch is a small social bird of dry savannas and scrub near water. Flocks chiefly gather small grass seeds; short strong bills husk grains.

It can breed quickly when rain improves food availability. Young males learn songs from adults. Calls also accompany everyday pair and group interactions.

Measurement sources