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Definition of Java sparrow
1. Noun. Small finch-like Indonesian weaverbird that frequents rice fields.
Exact synonyms: Java Finch, Padda Oryzivora, Ricebird
Generic synonyms: Weaver, Weaver Finch, Weaverbird
Group relationships: Genus Padda, Padda
Generic synonyms: Weaver, Weaver Finch, Weaverbird
Group relationships: Genus Padda, Padda
Definition of Java sparrow
1. Noun. (ornithology) A species of finch ''Padda oryzivora'', native of Java, but very commonly kept as a cage bird. ¹
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