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The black-crowned waxbill (Estrilda nonnula) is a common species of estrildid finch found in western-central Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 1,000,000 km. It is found in Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. Black-crowned Waxbills for sale sport distinctive white underpants including the vents. It’s bill is red and black. Females have less red on the flanks and young birds are plain and dull compared to adults. Buy Black Crowned Waxbills Online
The Black-Crowned Waxbill (Estrilda nonnula) is a beautiful estrildid finch native to western and central Africa. It has a wide natural range and can be found in countries including Cameroon, Nigeria, Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and several other African regions.
Black-Crowned Waxbills are known for their attractive coloring and peaceful personality. At Aviora Haven, they are a wonderful option for bird enthusiasts looking to add an active and colorful waxbill to a suitable aviary.
The Black-Crowned Waxbill has distinctive white underparts, including the area around the vent. Its bill features both red and black coloring.
Adult birds are more colorful than juveniles. Females generally have less red on their flanks than males, while young birds tend to have a duller and plainer appearance.
Native Range: West and Central Africa
Black-Crowned Waxbills occur across a broad region of Africa, including parts of western, central, and eastern Africa.
Size: Approximately 4 inches
Weight: 6.5–8.5 g
Lifespan: Approximately 5–10 years
Black-Crowned Waxbills have soft, high-pitched vocalizations. Their quiet calls can be particularly noticeable when birds are communicating around the nest.
Black-Crowned Waxbills can be difficult to sex visually. Males generally have more red coloring on their flanks than females, but the difference can be subtle.
Because visual sexing is not always reliable, gender cannot always be guaranteed based on appearance alone.
If a gender option is not listed for a particular bird, DNA testing may be used to determine its sex.
At Aviora Haven, DNA testing is available for an additional $149 per bird when offered for the bird being purchased. Testing may add approximately 3–6 weeks to the estimated delivery time.
See our FAQs for additional information about DNA testing.
Black-Crowned Waxbills are generally peaceful and active birds. They can be a good choice for a properly planned aviary with compatible species.
Provide enough space for flying, perching, and natural activity to help keep these energetic little finches comfortable.
Black-Crowned Waxbills typically build their nests from grass stems. The nest usually has a short entrance tube that slopes downward and is lined with feathers, plant down, and fine fibers.
Both parents participate in incubation during the daytime. During the breeding season, males may perform displays while holding a piece of grass and raising their heads. Females may also display in a similar way.
Their nest calls and other vocalizations are generally soft and high-pitched.
A balanced diet is important for maintaining healthy Black-Crowned Waxbills. Suitable foods include:
Fresh, clean drinking water should also be available at all times.
The Black-Crowned Waxbill is an attractive, active, and peaceful finch that can make a wonderful addition to the right aviary.
If you are looking for Black-Crowned Waxbills, Aviora Haven provides these beautiful birds along with information to help owners support proper care, housing, diet, and breeding.
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