Scaly Breasted Munia

Description:

The scaly-breasted munia is about 11–12 centimetres (4.3–4.7 in) long and weighs 12–16 grams (0.026–0.035 lb). The adult has a stubby dark bill typical of grain eating birds, brown upperparts and a dark brown head. The underparts are white with dark scale markings. The sexes are similar, although males have darker markings on the underside and a darker throat than females.

Habitat:

In a grassy patch at Bollywood veggies (an organic garden), near Sungei Buloh mangroves and nature area and the Straits of Johor.

Notes:

This little rascal was eating away outside of the lunch area. So we had lunch together!