In the Barra do Kwanza region, the species finds a favorable habitat in coastal forests and the dense vegetation along the Cuanza River.
It feeds primarily on insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates caught among the branches and foliage.
The male is distinguished by its contrasting black-and-white plumage and small, colorful wattles near the eyes, whereas the female displays more subdued coloration.
Its presence is an excellent indicator of the well-preserved state of the forest ecosystems in Barra do Kwanza.