Barka Indigobird vs Shaft-tailed Whydah
Vidua larvaticola compared with Vidua regia
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Barka Indigobird | Shaft-tailed Whydah |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vidua larvaticola | Vidua regia |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Viduidae | Viduidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.0 cm (5.1 in) | 14.0 cm (5.5 in) |
| Weight | 13.0 g (0.46 oz) | 14.45 g (0.51 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Barka Indigobird
Least Concern
Shaft-tailed Whydah
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.