Gouldian finch

The Gouldian finch (Erythrura gouldiae), also known as the Lady Gouldian finch, Gould's finch or the rainbow finch, is a species of passerine bird which is native to Australia. Both sexes are brightly coloured with black, green, yellow and red markings. The birds are found across northern Australia in the Northern Territory, Western Australia and Queensland. The species are listed as near-threatened.

The Gouldian finch was described by British ornithological artist John Gould in 1844 as Amadina gouldiae. It was named in honour of Gould's late wife Elizabeth.

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Category:IUCN Red List near threatened species
Category:Birds of Australia
Category:Domesticated animals
Category:Finches
Category:Northern Territory
Category:Queensland
Category:Western Australia