Red-billed Quelea

Quelea quelea

The Red-billed Quelea (Quelea quelea) is a small, highly social bird native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is known for forming enormous flocks, sometimes consisting of millions of individuals. These birds are primarily granivorous, feeding on grass seeds and grains, and are considered a major agricultural pest in some areas due to their large numbers and voracious appetites. Red-billed Queleas are highly adaptable and can be found in a variety of habitats including grasslands, savannas, and agricultural fields. They are known for their rapid and synchronized flight patterns, creating mesmerizing aerial displays. The males develop vibrant breeding plumage during the mating season, with striking red bills and black and white markings.

Habitat: Grasslands, savannas, agricultural fields