Dusky Indigobird

Vidua funerea

The Dusky Indigobird (Vidua funerea) is a small, sexually dimorphic songbird found in sub-Saharan Africa. The male is glossy black with iridescent blue and purple markings, while the female is brown with streaks and spots. This species is a brood parasite, laying its eggs in the nests of other bird species, particularly waxbills. The Dusky Indigobird is often found in open grasslands, savannas, and agricultural areas where it feeds on grass seeds and insects. Its population is considered stable, but it faces threats from habitat loss and changes in land use.

Habitat: Grasslands, savannas, agricultural areas