Seychelles Fody
NameSeychelles Fody
Common NameSeychelles Fody
Scientific NameFoudia sechellarum
FamilyPloceidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsNon-breeding birds (like the one pictured) are dull olive-brown above with streaked backs, paler greyish-brown underparts, and a dark conical bill. Breeding males develop a bright yellow head and underparts, an olive-green back, and a distinct black mask around the eye.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of chirps, trills, and buzzing notes, often described as a 'tsip-tsip-tsip' or 'churr-churr'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to several islands in the Seychelles archipelago, including Cousin, Cousine, Frégate, Aride, and Denis.
Identifying FeaturesSmall sparrow-like size, Dull olive-brown plumage (non-breeding), Bright yellow and black plumage (breeding male), Dark conical bill, Endemic to Seychelles
Description
A small, sparrow-like bird endemic to the Seychelles, typically exhibiting dull olive-brown plumage in non-breeding individuals and a striking yellow and black pattern in breeding males. They are active foragers, often seen in small groups in various island habitats.
