Grey-headed Nigrita
NameGrey-headed Nigrita
Common NameGrey-headed Nigrita
Scientific NameNigrita canicapillus
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)14
Plumage DetailsThe body plumage is predominantly black, sharply contrasting with a pale grey cap covering the forehead, crown, and nape. It has striking bright red eyes and a dark, conical bill. Some subspecies may show white spotting on the wing coverts.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin, sibilant notes, often described as "tsip" or "see-see-see," and a soft, trilling song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across West and Central Africa, from Sierra Leone eastward through countries like Nigeria, Cameroon, and Gabon, extending to Uganda and south into Angola.
Identifying Featuresgrey cap, black body, bright red eyes, small size, dark conical bill
Description
This small, striking finch is characterized by its dark body plumage and distinctive grey cap. It inhabits the undergrowth of tropical forests, foraging for insects and seeds.
