Javan Munia
NameJavan Munia
Common NameJavan Munia
Scientific NameLonchura leucogastroides
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsThe head, nape, back, and wings are dark brown. The breast and belly are pure white, with dark brown flanks and undertail coverts. It has a short, stout, conical dark grey or black bill and a dark tail.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of soft, high-pitched 'tseep' or 'chip' calls, often forming a chattering song.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, urban, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Java, Bali, Sumatra, and Lombok in Indonesia. It has also been introduced to Singapore and parts of Malaysia.
Identifying FeaturesDark brown head and upperparts, Clean white underparts, Stout dark bill, Small size, Often found in rice paddies and cultivated areas
Description
The Javan Munia is a small, stocky finch characterized by its dark brown head and upperparts contrasting sharply with clean white underparts. It is often observed in open country, particularly rice fields, where it forages for seeds.
