Scaly-breasted Munia
NameScaly-breasted Munia
Common NameScaly-breasted Munia
Scientific NameLonchura punctulata
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsThe head and nape are dark brown, contrasting with a rufous-brown back and wings. The underparts are white with prominent dark brown, scale-like markings, particularly on the breast and flanks. It has a stout, conical, dark grey bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of soft, chattering 'chip-chip' or 'tchip' calls, often given while foraging or in flight.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, urban, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to tropical Asia, ranging from India and Sri Lanka eastward through Southeast Asia to Indonesia and the Philippines. It has also been introduced to various other regions globally, including parts of Australia, the Caribbean, and the southeastern United States.
Identifying Featuresscaly breast pattern, dark brown head, rufous-brown back and wings, stout dark bill, small size
Description
The Scaly-breasted Munia is a small, gregarious finch characterized by its distinctive scaly pattern on the breast and flanks. It is often seen in flocks, foraging for seeds in open habitats.
