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The plumage of the Spotted Munia changes during breeding season.
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Description
Slightly smaller than a sparrow the Spotted Munia is primarily covered with brown feathers. However the breeding plumage changes the upper to a dark brown,
and the lower half becomes white with small black spots. The male and female are similar in appearance. Lifecycle Nesting season is usually from July to October when the male will fly around while flickering his
tail and wings
with a piece of grass in his mouth. If the female approves she will
do the same. The nest is made of grass, shaped like a dome and 8 inches in diameter. Both partners incubate and care for the 5-6 white eggs.
Habitat This introduced species is found from the coast to high elevations on all the main islands in large flocks or small family groups.
Diet Feeding in flocks of 200 or more the Spotted Munia feeds on grass seeds and small berries. Sometimes it will eat winged termites from the ground.
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