Small brightly colored birds, the glossy metallic sheen is sported by males in breeding season.
The females are drab brown.
They are commonly found all over south India, extending up to Sri Lanka.
Birds of western India, chiefly suburban Mumbai, Thane, Nashik, and issues concerning the environment
The spotted munia is a small bird, found all over India, chiefly on grasslands, in gardens and lightly wooded areas.
During the breeding season,it is often seen carrying large grass leaves as it tries building its nest in a suitable place.
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