Straw-tailed Whydah vs Barka Indigobird
Vidua fischeri compared with Vidua larvaticola
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Straw-tailed Whydah | Barka Indigobird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vidua fischeri | Vidua larvaticola |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Viduidae | Viduidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.5 cm (5.3 in) | 13.0 cm (5.1 in) |
| Weight | 13.649999999999999 g (0.48 oz) | 13.0 g (0.46 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Straw-tailed Whydah
Least Concern
Barka Indigobird
About These Birds
Barka Indigobird
The Barka Indigobird is a small brood-parasitic finch of the family Viduidae found in savanna and open woodland of West Africa. Weighing about 13g with a wingspan of 13cm, the male in breeding plumage displays iridescent blue-black plumage with a white bill. It parasitizes the nests of specific firefinch hosts, mimicking their songs and egg patterns.