One of the several munia (or finch) species observed quite commonly in these regions, the Whitebacked Munia is a small bird. From afar, it appears white and black, though on closer observation, one can notice that the plumage is in fact, blackish-brown and white.
It can be identified from its blackish-brown head, neck and upper body parts, white abdomen and rump. It has a thick steel-grey bill, suitable for eating plant and grass seeds. It frequents lightly wooded forests, near cultivation and may be observed in small flocks of 4-6 birds. It has a feeble chirping call, cheep, cheep...
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Name
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White-backed Munia
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Alternate name(s)
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White-rumped Munia
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Size
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Smaller than Sparrow
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Occurrence
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In lightly wooded areas near cultivated land
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Status
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Fairly common
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Distinct features
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Overall blackish-brown and
white bird with a thick bill, white abdomen and distinct white patch on its
back, short pointed tail.
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Male/Female
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Alike
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