Usually seen in small parties and flocks of up to 20.
Forages on ground in a wide variety of habitats, especially grassy woodlands and
shrublands. Generally common, largely sedentary but with some dispersive
movements in response to rain.
The Australian Bird Guide, Peter Menkhorst et al
Classifications: | Bird, forest and grassland |
Family: | Estrildidae (Waxbills, Munias & allies) |
Information sources: | Photo taken at Tedlands by Marlis Schoeb |