Estrildids Collection

Scaly-breasted Munia (Lonchura punctulata) juvenile, with ring on leg, perched on grass stems, Mai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, December

White-rumped Munia (Lonchura striata) adult, perched in citronella bush, Long Valley, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, November

Lavender Waxbill (Estrilda caerulescens) adult female, perched on twig, Mole N. P. Ghana, February
Lavender Waxbill (Estrilda caerulescens) adult female, perched on twig, Mole N.P. Ghana, February

Red-cheeked Cordon-bleu (Uraeginthus bengalus bengalus) adult male, standing on ground, Mole N. P. Ghana, February
Red-cheeked Cordon-bleu (Uraeginthus bengalus bengalus) adult male, standing on ground, Mole N.P. Ghana, February

Chestnut-breasted Munia (Lonchura castaneothorax) adult, feeding on grass seeds, Atherton Tableland, Great Dividing Range, Queensland, Australia, October

Zebra Finch (Taeniopygia guttata) adult female, perched on twig, Uluru-Kata Tjuta N. P
Zebra Finch (Taeniopygia guttata) adult female, perched on twig, Uluru-Kata Tjuta N.P. Red Centre, Northern Territory, Australia, September

Common Waxbill (Estrilda astrild) introduced species, adult, perched on stem, Extremadura, Spain, September

Zebra Finch (Taeniopygia guttata) leucistic plumage, adult, escape from private collection, feeding on ground, Norfolk, England, March

Hunsteins Mannikin (Lonchura hunsteini) adult, standing in grass, Kavieng Airport, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Red-cheeked Cordon-bleu (Uraeginthus bengalus) adult female, calling, perched on stem, Gambia, January

Bronze Munia (Lonchura cucullata) adult, standing on wall, Western Division, Gambia, february

Crimson Finch (Neochmia phaeton) adult male, perched on dry vegetation, Kakadu N. P. Northern Territory, Australia
Crimson Finch (Neochmia phaeton) adult male, perched on dry vegetation, Kakadu N.P. Northern Territory, Australia

Blue Waxbill (Uraeginthus angolensis) adult, foraging on ground, Livingstone, Zambia, october

Pin-tailed Parrotfinch (Erythrura prasina) adult female, feeding on bamboo seeds, Kaeng Krachan N. P
Pin-tailed Parrotfinch (Erythrura prasina) adult female, feeding on bamboo seeds, Kaeng Krachan N.P. Thailand, february

Bronze Munia (Lonchura cucullata) adult female, perched on twig, Gambia, january

Red-browed Finch (Neochmia temporalis) adult, feeding on ground, Lamington N. P. Queensland, Australia
Red-browed Finch (Neochmia temporalis) adult, feeding on ground, Lamington N.P. Queensland, Australia

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"Estrildids: A Colorful Symphony of Avian Beauty" Witness the stunning White-rumped Munia (Lonchura striata) adult, gracefully perched in a citronella bush amidst the picturesque Long Valley in Hong Kong's New Territories. Its delicate feathers shimmer with elegance, showcasing nature's artistry. Meanwhile, a Scaly-breasted Munia (Lonchura punctulata) juvenile captures our attention as it proudly displays a ring on its leg while perching on slender grass stems in Mai Po. This young bird symbolizes hope and growth, ready to embark on its journey through life. In another corner of Mole National Park in Ghana, we encounter the Lavender Waxbill (Estrilda caerulescens), an adult male standing confidently on a stone drain. Its vibrant plumage radiates shades of purple and blue, captivating all who lay eyes upon it. Not far away, this same species finds solace perched atop a clothesline or twig. The female Lavender Waxbill exudes grace and charm as she delicately balances herself against nature's backdrop during her February sojourn. The Red-cheeked Cordon-bleu (Uraeginthus bengalus bengalus) steals the show with its striking appearance. An adult female forages diligently on the ground while an immature specimen curiously observes from a nearby branch. These birds exemplify resilience and adaptability within their natural habitat. As we continue our exploration through Mole National Park, we witness more enchanting moments—a male Red-cheeked Cordon-bleu feeding eagerly on the fertile ground while another stands tall with confidence beside him. These estrildids remind us that beauty can be found even in the smallest creatures; they are living masterpieces deserving admiration and protection. Let us cherish these remarkable avian wonders that grace our world with their presence—symbols of diversity and harmony in nature's symphony.