The Long-tailed Widowbird feeds on a distinct variety of seeds, including those of Setaria sphacelata (Twisted-leaf bristle grass), Paspalum dilatatum (Common paspalum), Paspalum distichum (Couch paspalum), Pennisetum clandestinum (Kikuyu grass), Triticum (wheat), Themeda triandra (Rooigras), and Senecio juniperinus (groundsel).
Paspalum dilatatum is a food source for several avian species, including the Long-tailed Widowbird.
Paspalum notatum | Paspalum distichum | Paspalum dilatatum | Paspalum | Maianthemum dilatatum | Paspalum urvillei |