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UC IUCN · LC · Least Concern Passeriformes Estrildidae

Magpie Mannikin

Spermestes fringilloides

Magpie Mannikin · BirdGacha

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Illustration · not to scale

Body Mass
16.8 g
Diet
Seeds
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 92

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 92).

DEF 62

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 62).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Africa: Senegal and Gambia to Liberia and Eastern to Ethiopia and Kenya and Southern to South Africa Habitat: Forest & Woodland

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Spermestes fringilloides

Which family does it belong to?

Waxbills, Munias & Allies (Estrildidae)

Where is it found?

Africa: Senegal and Gambia to Liberia and Eastern to Ethiopia and Kenya and Southern to South Africa

Sources & credits

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