Kandt's Waxbill
NameKandt's Waxbill
Common NameKandt's Waxbill
Scientific NameEstrilda kandti
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)15
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)7.5
Plumage DetailsThis species features a distinct black cap extending to the nape, contrasting with a grey face and throat. The back and wings are brown, while the flanks and rump are a vibrant red. It has a black tail and a pale belly, with a black bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'tsit' or 'tsee' notes, often uttered while in flight or foraging. They may also produce a soft, trilling song.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Albertine Rift region of East Africa, specifically in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Burundi, and southwestern Uganda.
Identifying Featuresblack cap, grey face, red flanks, small size, black bill
Description
The Kandt's Waxbill is a small, striking finch characterized by its black cap and bright red flanks. It typically forages in pairs or small groups, often found in dense vegetation at forest edges and clearings.
