Chestnut Munia

Lonchura quinticolor

The Chestnut Munia, also known as the Black-headed Munia, is a small finch native to Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its chestnut-brown upperparts, black head, and white underparts. These social birds are often found in flocks, foraging for seeds and grains in grasslands, agricultural areas, and open habitats. They build dome-shaped nests using grass and feathers, often in colonies. The Chestnut Munia is considered a species of least concern by the IUCN, with stable populations across its range.

Habitat: Grasslands, agricultural areas, open habitats