Gray-headed Silverbill
Spermestes griseicapilla
Data DeficientAves · Passeriformes · Estrildidae
About
The grey-headed silverbill, also known as pearl-headed mannikin, is a species of estrildid finch found in eastern Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Sudan, and Tanzania. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 400,000 km2 (150,000 sq mi). It was formerly usually placed in the monotypic genus Odontospiza as Odontospiza caniceps and sometimes placed in the genus Lonchura.
Fun Fact
It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 400,000 km2 (150,000 sq mi).
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in dry savanna habitat but never too far away from water.
Diet
Feed on insects which are more a source of moisture than dry seeds.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance