Chestnut Munia
NameChestnut Munia
Common NameChestnut Munia
Scientific NameLonchura atricapilla
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsAdults have a glossy black head, throat, and upper breast. The back, wings, and belly are a rich chestnut-brown, sometimes with darker undertail coverts. The bill is conical and pale bluish-white, and the legs are dark grey.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'peep' or 'chip' calls, often given in flight or while foraging. They also have a quiet, chattering song.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, wetland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to South and Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It has also been introduced to other parts of the world.
Identifying Featuresblack head, chestnut-brown body, pale conical bill, small size, flocking behavior
Description
The Chestnut Munia is a small, social finch characterized by its striking black head and rich chestnut body plumage. These birds are often seen in flocks, foraging for seeds in open grassy areas and cultivated fields.
