Black-throated Munia
NameBlack-throated Munia
Common NameBlack-throated Munia
Scientific NameLonchura malacca
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)12.5
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsAdults have a dark brown to black head, throat, and upper breast. The back and wings are chestnut-brown, while the belly is white, sharply demarcated from dark brown or black flanks. The bill is pale blue-grey and conical.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'peep' or 'chip' notes, often given in flight or while foraging. The song is a series of chattering notes.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, wetland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, including countries like India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and parts of Indonesia. It has also been introduced to other regions.
Identifying FeaturesBlack head and throat, Chestnut-brown back and wings, White belly with dark flanks, Pale, conical bill, Small, stocky build
Description
This small, stocky finch is characterized by its dark head and throat, contrasting with a chestnut-brown back and white belly. It is typically found foraging in flocks in open habitats, feeding primarily on seeds.
