large pink bill; black head with white face (Hawaii, USA; 2007-04-01)


Java Sparrow
Lonchura oryzivora

Native Range: oriental Region

Notes: a striking species native to Java but popular in the pet trade and escaped birds have established populations elsewhere, such as in Hawaii; no sexual dimorphism.

thin red eye-ring; grey breast and upperparts (Hawaii, USA; 2007-04-01)
pinkish wash on the sides; pink legs and feet (Hawaii, USA; 2007-04-01)