White-breasted Nigrita
NameWhite-breasted Nigrita
Common NameWhite-breasted Nigrita
Scientific NameNigrita fusconota
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)9
Plumage DetailsAdults have a glossy black head, nape, and upper back. The throat and breast are pure white, contrasting sharply with the black. The lower back, wings, and tail are brownish-grey to dark brown.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'tsee-tsee' or 'tsip' calls, often given while foraging. They also have a quiet, warbling song.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in West and Central Africa, from Sierra Leone east through Nigeria, Cameroon, and Gabon, extending to parts of Uganda and Angola.
Identifying FeaturesBlack head, White breast, Brownish-grey back and wings, Small size, Finch-like bill
Description
The White-breasted Nigrita is a small, striking finch characterized by its contrasting black head and white breast. It typically forages in the undergrowth and lower canopy of tropical forests, often in pairs or small groups.
