Streak-headed Munia
NameStreak-headed Munia
Common NameStreak-headed Munia
Scientific NameLonchura striata
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsOverall dark brown plumage, with a finely streaked brown crown, nape, and upper back. The lower back and rump are white, creating a strong contrast with the dark tail. Underparts are dark brown, sometimes with faint streaking on the flanks. The bill is conical and pale blue-grey.
Vocalization / CallProduces soft, high-pitched 'chip' or 'tchip' calls, frequently uttered in flight or while foraging. It also has a soft, chattering song.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, urban, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across South and Southeast Asia, including countries like India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and southern China.
Identifying Featuresstreaked brown head, white rump and flank patches, stout pale blue-grey bill, dark brown body plumage, small size
Description
This small, social finch is characterized by its stout, pale bill and dark brown body. It features a finely streaked brown head and nape, contrasting sharply with distinctive white patches on its rump and flanks. Often found in flocks, it primarily forages for seeds.
