White-winged Widowbird

Euplectes albonotatus

The White-winged Widowbird is a small passerine bird native to eastern and southern Africa. The male is known for its striking breeding plumage, with long black tail feathers and white patches on the wings. During the non-breeding season, the male resembles the female, which is brown and streaked. This species is often found in grasslands, marshes, and agricultural areas, where it forages for seeds and insects. The White-winged Widowbird is known for its acrobatic flight displays during the breeding season, where males perform aerial displays to attract females. While the population trend is not well-documented, this species may face threats from habitat loss and agricultural intensification.

Habitat: Grasslands, marshes, agricultural areas