Yellow-bellied Waxbill
NameYellow-bellied Waxbill
Common NameYellow-bellied Waxbill
Scientific NameCoccopygia quartinia
FamilyEstrildidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)7.5
Plumage DetailsThe head and nape are grey, contrasting with a small, conical red bill and dark eyes. The back and wings are olive-green, while the underparts are pale yellow, becoming brighter yellow on the belly. A distinctive feature is the bright red rump and upper tail coverts.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of soft, high-pitched 'tsip' or 'seep' calls, often given while in flight or when moving through vegetation.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found in East Africa, with its range extending from Ethiopia and South Sudan south through Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, and into northern Malawi.
Identifying Featuressmall size, grey head, red bill, yellow belly, red rump
Description
The Yellow-bellied Waxbill is a small, active finch characterized by its grey head, olive-green back, and vibrant yellow underparts. It is often found foraging in pairs or small flocks within dense vegetation and forest edges.
