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Tricolored Munia

Tricolored Munia

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The Tricolored Munia, also known as the Black-headed Munia, is a strikingly colored finch found across South and Southeast Asia. It displays a black head, chestnut back, and white belly with black flanks.
Where to spot
Widespread across South and Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia and the Philippines. Inhabits grasslands, reedbeds, rice fields, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for its distinct black head, chestnut back, and white belly with black markings. They are often seen in flocks, making their vibrant colors conspicuous.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round. They are particularly noticeable when feeding in large flocks in agricultural areas or on grass seeds.
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File:Tricolored Munia Lonchura malacca DSCN3481 (11).jpg
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File:Tricolored Munia Lonchura malacca DSCN3481 (12).jpg
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File:Tricolored Munia Lonchura malacca DSCN3481 (14).jpg
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File:Tricolored Munia Lonchura malacca DSCN3482 (1).jpg
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File:Tricolored Munia Lonchura malacca DSCN3482 (2).jpg
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File:Tricoloured munia (Lonchura malacca) - bird.jpg
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File:Tricoloured munia (Lonchura malacca) bird.jpg
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File:Tricoloured munia (Lonchura malacca) flock.jpg
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File:Tricoloured munia (Lonchura malacca) image.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tricoloured munia (Lonchura malacca) in Nepal.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Despite its colourful appearance, it can be a significant agricultural pest due to its habit of feeding on ripening grain.
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