What’s the difference between the Bronze Mannikin and the Black-and-White Mannikin?

The Bronze Mannikin (Lonchura cucullata scutata) and the Black-and-White Mannikin (Lonchura bicolor poensis) are both small African finches.

The Bronze Mannikin has a two-toned beak, whereas the Black-and-White Mannikin has a blue-grey beak.

Bronze Mannikin (left) and Black-and-White Mannikin (right)

The Black-and-White Mannikin has greater distinction in colours and with more contrast between colours than the Black-and-White Mannikin.

Bronze Mannikin

Black-and-White Mannikin

Photographer: Martina Nicolls

Martina Nicolls: SIMILAR BUT DIFFERENT IN THE ANIMAL KINGDOM