Least ConcernLegendarySeedsGrasslandDomed nestTiny · 11 g
About the Black Mannikin
The black mannikin or black munia, is a species of estrildid finch found in New Guinea, from Mandum to Lake Daviumbu, Papua New Guinea. It is commonly found in flocks of maximum 20 birds, inhabiting savannas, wetlands, but sometimes they were also seen at rice crops.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in August · a winter visitor species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Grey-banded MannikinLonchura vanaThe grey-banded mannikin is approximately 10 cm long.
White-capped MuniaLonchura ferruginosaThe white-capped munia is a species of estrildid finch found in Java and Bali.
Western Alpine MannikinLonchura montanaThe western alpine mannikin also known as Snow Mountain mannikin or western alpine munia is a small, approximately 11.5 cm long, estrildid finch.
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