Origin
Vidua macroura is native to Africa. Pin-tailed whydah were likely introduced to the United States as escaped or intentionally released pets.
Life Cycle
Adult male V. macroura have very long black tails with black back and crown feathers. There are white patches of feathers on the wings, underparts, and head. Females have streaked brown plumage. V. macroura are nest parasites meaning they lay their eggs in other species nests. Diet consists of seeds and grains.
Distribution
V. macroura has been introduced to California and Florida.
Control Efforts
The effects of V. macroura is unknown.