Green Back Twinspot
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Green-backed Twinspot, or Green Twinspot (Mandingoa nitidula), presents a charming display of colors with its vibrant plumage. This small estrildid finch is a delightful sight, adorned with a distinctive green back that gives rise to its name.
Upon observing these birds, one will notice the males are quite striking with their bright red facial feathers, a stark contrast to the females who exhibit an olive-green face. The females also possess a darker, almost black beak, which aids in distinguishing between the sexes.
In the breeding season, the male Green-backed Twinspot engages in a unique courtship display. He raises his head skywards and performs a side-stepping dance on the perch adjacent to the female. If the female is receptive, she will respond by crouching and pointing her tail towards the male. This species is known for its monogamous pairing, with the male providing care for the female and their offspring throughout the breeding period.
In the wild, these birds forage for a variety of foods. In captivity, they have shown a preference for millet, dark leafy greens, fresh bananas, cooked brown rice, and a mix of finch seeds.