nutmeg mannikin
(Lonchura punctulata)
This species is Introduced in the United States
Origin
Lonchura punctulata is native to southern Asia. Nutmeg mannikin were introduced to the United States as escaped or intentionally released pets.
Life Cycle
L. punctulata plumage is primarily brown with adults having distinct scale-like feathers on the breast and belly. Nutmeg mannikin forages in large flocks on seeds, berries, and insects. Females lay 3-5 eggs with both sexes participating in incubation for approximately 14 days. Fledging occurs after about 18 days.
Distribution
L. punctulata are established in Texas and Florida with small populations along the Gulf Coast.
Control Efforts
In large populations, L. punctulata are considered agricultural pests.
https://www.audubon.org/field-guide/bird/scaly-breasted-munia
https://avibase.bsc-eoc.org/species.jsp?avibaseid=6D4F72B157D99627
Lonchura punctulata is native to southern Asia. Nutmeg mannikin were introduced to the United States as escaped or intentionally released pets.
Life Cycle
L. punctulata plumage is primarily brown with adults having distinct scale-like feathers on the breast and belly. Nutmeg mannikin forages in large flocks on seeds, berries, and insects. Females lay 3-5 eggs with both sexes participating in incubation for approximately 14 days. Fledging occurs after about 18 days.
Distribution
L. punctulata are established in Texas and Florida with small populations along the Gulf Coast.
Control Efforts
In large populations, L. punctulata are considered agricultural pests.
https://www.audubon.org/field-guide/bird/scaly-breasted-munia
https://avibase.bsc-eoc.org/species.jsp?avibaseid=6D4F72B157D99627
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Maps
EDDMapS Distribution - This map is incomplete and is based only on current site and county level reports made by experts, herbaria, and literature. For more information, visit www.eddmaps.org
State Lists - This map identifies those states that have this species on their invasive species list or law.
Taxonomic Rank
| Domain: Eukarya |
| Kingdom: Animalia |
| Phylum: Chordata |
| Class: Aves |
| Order: Passeriformes |
| Family: Estrildidae |
| Genus: Lonchura |
| Lonchura punctulata |
References
Common Name Reference: Integrated Taxonomic Information System on-line database.
Scientific Name Reference: Integrated Taxonomic Information System on-line database.