Blue-billed Malimbe
NameBlue-billed Malimbe
Common NameBlue-billed Malimbe
Scientific NameMalimbus nitens
FamilyPloceidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsAdults are predominantly glossy black with a prominent, vivid red patch covering the throat and upper breast. The bill is a distinctive pale blue or bluish-white, and the eyes are dark red.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of high-pitched, sibilant notes, whistles, and chattering calls, often delivered in a rapid sequence.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across West and Central Africa, ranging from Sierra Leone eastward through countries like Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, extending to Uganda and south to Angola.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy black plumage with a bright red throat and breast, Distinctive pale blue bill, Dark red eyes
Description
The Blue-billed Malimbe is a striking passerine bird characterized by its glossy black plumage contrasted with a vibrant red throat and breast. It is an active species typically found foraging in the understory of tropical forests.
