The Chestnut munia (Lonchura atricapilla), known as "Maya" or "Maja" in the Philippines. These birds fly in large flocks of hundreds or thousands of birds, and can wreck havoc on rice fields. Here's one hanging out on it's own.
The Chestnut munia (Lonchura atricapilla), known as "Maya" or "Maja" in the Philippines. These birds fly in large flocks of hundreds or thousands of birds, and can wreck havoc on rice fields. Here's one hanging out on it's own.
Two questions Joseph.
1 Why is it the Former National bird of the Republic of the Philippines?
2 Did you take this picture at your place?
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