White-bellied Munia
A species of Mannikins Scientific name : Lonchura leucogastra Genus : Mannikins
White-bellied Munia, A species of Mannikins
Botanical name: Lonchura leucogastra
Genus: Mannikins
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Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen 
Description
The white-bellied munia (Lonchura leucogastra) is a species of estrildid finch. It is found in Malesia. Its natural habitat is subtropical/ tropical lowland moist forest habitat. The status of the species is evaluated as Least Concern. 
Size
11 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
White-bellied Munia primarily consumes grass seeds such as rice and seeds from Brachiaria distachys, Digitaria marginata plants, sedges, and various weeds. White-bellied Munia typically forages in small groups or pairs.
Habitat
The habitat of white-bellied Munia includes a variety of lowland environments. These birds are typically found in and around forest edges, peatswamp forests, and areas with fern tangles. They are also prevalent in secondary growths like scrubby areas of disturbed forests, as well as agricultural landscapes, such as rice fields and wet grasslands. Moreover, white-bellied Munia inhabits grassy fields near rural dwellings, often close to infrastructure like tracks, stables, and latrines.
Dite type
Granivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Estrildid finches Genus
Mannikins Species
White-bellied Munia 
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