Bar-breasted Firefinch
Bar-breasted Firefinch
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4 months ago
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jenny van Dorland
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100
The Bar-breasted Firefinch is a common and distinctive finch found across a wide band of sub-Saharan Africa. Males are red on the face and breast, with fine white barring on the flanks and belly.
Where to spot
Widespread in grasslands, savannas, and cultivated areas across sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and Uganda.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on the ground or in low bushes. The fine white barring on the breast and flanks is a clear diagnostic feature for both sexes.
When to spot
Year-round and easily observed. Often seen foraging in pairs or small flocks.
Where to spot
Widespread in grasslands, savannas, and cultivated areas across sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and Uganda.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on the ground or in low bushes. The fine white barring on the breast and flanks is a clear diagnostic feature for both sexes.
When to spot
Year-round and easily observed. Often seen foraging in pairs or small flocks.
This firefinch is known for its intricate song, which often includes mimicked phrases from other bird species.
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jenny van Dorland
4 months ago
Bar-breasted Firefinch
Post Office Subward, Central Region
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