Broad-tailed Paradise Whydah

Vidua obtusa

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Viduidae

About

The broad-tailed paradise whydah is a species of bird in the family Viduidae. It is found in woodland and acacia savanna habitat in Sub-Saharan Africa from Angola to Uganda, Tanzania and Mozambique. A brood parasite, it has a wide range and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed it as being of least concern.

Fun Fact

A brood parasite, it has a wide range and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed it as being of least concern.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is woodlands, including miombo and Baikiaea plurijuga woodland, and also acacia savannas.

Diet

Feeds on the ground in small flocks, eating seeds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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