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Munia Collection

The munia, also known as the weaver-bird, is a fascinating species with its intricate nests and vibrant plumage

Background imageMunia Collection: White headed munia (Malacca grosbeak), Lonchura maja. Illustration copied from George Edwards

White headed munia (Malacca grosbeak), Lonchura maja. Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4641244 White headed munia (Malacca grosbeak), Lonchura maja. Illustration copied from George Edwards. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine,"

Background imageMunia Collection: Weaver-birds and their nests (litho)

Weaver-birds and their nests (litho)
6013413 Weaver-birds and their nests (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Weaver-birds and their nests)

Background imageMunia Collection: Scaly-breasted Munia (Lonchura punctulata) juvenile, with ring on leg, perched on grass stems

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

Background imageMunia Collection: White-rumped Munia (Lonchura striata) adult, perched in citronella bush, Long Valley

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

Background imageMunia Collection: Chestnut-breasted Munia (Lonchura castaneothorax) adult, feeding on grass seeds, Atherton Tableland

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

Background imageMunia Collection: Hunsteins Mannikin (Lonchura hunsteini) adult, standing in grass, Kavieng Airport, New Ireland

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

Background imageMunia Collection: Lonchura maja, white-headed munia, Amandava amandava, red av

Lonchura maja, white-headed munia, Amandava amandava, red av
Plate 77, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageMunia Collection: Lonchura sp. munia

Lonchura sp. munia
Plate 76, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Background imageMunia Collection: Lonchura striata, white-rumped munia

Lonchura striata, white-rumped munia
Plate 31, watercolour by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous, (1858)

Background imageMunia Collection: Bronze Munia (Lonchura cucullata) adult, standing on wall, Western Division, Gambia, february

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

Background imageMunia Collection: White-rumped Munia (Lonchura striata) adult, perched on twig, Sri Lanka, december

White-rumped Munia (Lonchura striata) adult, perched on twig, Sri Lanka, december

Background imageMunia Collection: Bronze Munia (Lonchura cucullata) adult female, perched on twig, Gambia, january

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

Background imageMunia Collection: Chestnut Munia (Lonchura atricapilla) two adults, perched on twig, Palawan Island, Philippines

Chestnut Munia (Lonchura atricapilla) two adults, perched on twig, Palawan Island, Philippines


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The munia, also known as the weaver-bird, is a fascinating species with its intricate nests and vibrant plumage. In various parts of the world, such as Hong Kong and Atherton Tableland, these birds can be found perched on citronella bushes or grass stems. One particular member of this family is the White-rumped Munia. With its adult form delicately resting in a citronella bush in Long Valley, it adds a touch of elegance to its surroundings. Meanwhile, the Scaly-breasted Munia showcases its juvenile stage while perched on grass stems in Mai Po. Feeding habits are also observed among these munias. The Chestnut-breasted they are be seen indulging in grass seeds at Atherton Tableland repeatedly. Their presence brings life to the landscape as they flutter around and nourish themselves. Another interesting species within this group is Hunsteins Mannikin. Standing tall amidst lush green grass at Kavieng Airport in New Ireland's Bismarck Archipelago, it exudes confidence and grace. The diversity within this genus extends beyond just one type of munia; Lonchura maja displays white-headed beauty while Amandava amandava boasts a striking red avian appearance. Each variation contributes to the overall charm that these birds possess. Whether it's Lonchura sp. , Lonchura striata (white-rumped munia), or any other member of this captivating family - their presence enhances our natural environment with their nests' litho artistry and their own unique characteristics.