Pink-throated Twinspot
NamePink-throated Twinspot
Common NamePink-throated Twinspot
Scientific NameHypargos margaritatus
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)15
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)10.5
Plumage DetailsMales have a bright pink throat and upper breast, a brown crown and back, and a black lower breast and belly heavily marked with prominent white spots. The rump is bright red, and the bill is blue-grey. Females are similar but with duller pink plumage.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'tsit-tsit' or 'seep-seep' calls, often given while foraging or in flight.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to southeastern Africa, found in southern Mozambique, eastern Eswatini (Swaziland), and northeastern South Africa.
Identifying FeaturesPink throat and upper breast, Brown back, Black belly with white spots, Bright red rump, Blue-grey bill
Description
This small, colorful finch is characterized by its vibrant pink throat and chest, contrasting with a brown back and heavily white-spotted black underparts. It typically forages in dense undergrowth, often in pairs or small groups.
