Red-bellied Malimbe
NameRed-bellied Malimbe
Common NameRed-bellied Malimbe
Scientific NameMalimbus erythrogaster
FamilyPloceidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsMales exhibit brilliant red plumage over the body, with a distinct black head, face, and throat. The wings and tail are blackish, and the bill is dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, sibilant notes, often described as a series of 'tsip-tsip-tsip' or 'see-see-see' sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in West and Central Africa, ranging from southeastern Nigeria through Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and the Republic of the Congo to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Identifying Featuresbright red body plumage, contrasting black head and face, dark, conical bill, arboreal behavior in forest canopy
Description
The Red-bellied Malimbe is a striking passerine bird known for its vibrant red plumage contrasting with a black head. It is an active species typically found foraging in the canopy and sub-canopy of tropical forests.
