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Blue Headed Waxbill

About Blue Headed Waxbill

The Blue Headed Waxbill (Uraeginthus angolensis) is a common species of Estrildid finch found in Southern Africa. They are normally seen in pairs or family parties, but do form larger flocks, which often mix in with flocks of other Estrildid finches.

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Habitat

Southern Africa

Primary Diet

Grass seeds, termites and other insects

Life span - wild

5 years

Life span - captivity

10 years

Conservation status

Least concern

Pet potential

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