Blue-capped Cordonbleu
NameBlue-capped Cordonbleu
Common NameBlue-capped Cordonbleu
Scientific NameUraeginthus cyanocephalus
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsMales display a striking sky-blue head, throat, breast, flanks, and rump, with cinnamon-brown back and wings, a white belly, and a blue tail. Females are similar but generally duller blue, and both sexes possess a distinctive red bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'seep' or 'tsip' calls. The song is a series of gentle, high-pitched trills and whistles.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, forest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in East Africa, specifically across southern Somalia, Kenya, and northern and central Tanzania.
Identifying FeaturesBright blue head, Blue underparts, Cinnamon-brown back, Red bill, Small size
Description
This small, vibrant finch is characterized by its bright blue head and underparts, contrasting with cinnamon-brown upperparts. It typically inhabits dry savannas and scrublands, where it forages primarily for small grass seeds.
