Swee waxbill
Coccopygia melanotis
The swee waxbill, is a common species of estrildid finch native to Southern Africa.
The swee waxbill (Coccopygia melanotis), is a common species of estrildid finch native to Southern Africa.
Description and subspecies
The swee waxbill is 9–10 cm long with a grey head and breast, pale yellow belly, olive back and wings, red lower back and rump, and a black tail. The upper mandible is black and the lower red. The male has a black face, but the female's face is grey. Juveniles are much duller than the female and have an all-black bill.
Habitat and behaviour
The swee waxbill is typically found in uplands in dry shrubland and open forest habitats. Some subspecies also occur in lowlands, and may be seen in large gardens.
This species is a common and tame bird typically seen in small parties, and does not form large flocks. The swee waxbill's call is typically considered a soft swee, swee.
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Taxonomy
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Estrildidae
- Genus
- Coccopygia
- Conservation status
- Least concern
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Coccopygia melanotis (Swee waxbill) endangered?
- The IUCN Red List places Coccopygia melanotis, commonly known as the Swee waxbill, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
- Where does Coccopygia melanotis (Swee waxbill) live?
- Coccopygia melanotis (Swee waxbill) is found in Africa.
- What family does Coccopygia melanotis (Swee waxbill) belong to?
- Coccopygia melanotis (Swee waxbill) belongs to the family Estrildidae, in the order Passeriformes.
- What colour is Coccopygia melanotis (Swee waxbill)?
- The plumage of Coccopygia melanotis (Swee waxbill) combines these colours: Grey, Yellow, and Red.
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