Double-barred Finch
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Munias, Parrotfinches, Waxbills, and Allies

Double-barred Finch

Stizoptera bichenovii

LCLeast Concern Endemic to Australia
Family
Munias, Parrotfinches, Waxbills, and Allies (Estrildidae)
Order
Passeriformes

Overview

The double-barred finch (Stizoptera bichenovii) is an estrildid finch found in dry savannah, tropical (lowland) dry grassland and shrubland habitats in northern and eastern Australia. It is sometimes referred to as Bicheno's finch or as the owl finch, the latter of which owing to the dark ring of feathers around the face. It is the only species placed in the genus Stizoptera .

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Last updated September 29, 2026.