Anambra Waxbill
NameAnambra Waxbill
Common NameAnambra Waxbill
Scientific NameEstrilda poliopareia
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)10.5
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dull brown, with a greyish wash on the head and nape. The underparts are reddish-orange, becoming paler on the belly. The flanks are also reddish-orange, contrasting with the brown back. It has a bright coral-red conical bill and a dark tail.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'seep' or 'tsit' calls, often given while foraging or in flight. These calls are generally quiet and inconspicuous.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatswetland, grassland
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to a restricted area in southern Nigeria, primarily found in the Anambra River basin and adjacent floodplains.
Identifying Featuressmall size, dull brown upperparts, reddish-orange underparts, bright coral-red bill, greyish head
Description
The Anambra Waxbill is a small, shy finch characterized by its dull brown upperparts and striking reddish-orange underparts. It typically forages in dense vegetation near water, often in small flocks, feeding on grass seeds.
