Black-eared Seedeater
Black-eared Seedeater
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The Black-eared Seedeater is a small, streaky finch with distinctive black markings around the eye, especially prominent in males. The body is generally brownish with some yellowish wash.
Where to spot
Found in southern Africa, particularly Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa. It inhabits woodlands, savannas, and dry bushland.
How to spot
Look for them in open woodlands or savanna, often foraging in low bushes or on the ground. The black around the eye is a key identification mark. Listen for their typical seedeater calls.
When to spot
Visible year-round in its resident range. Most active during the breeding season (southern hemisphere spring/summer).
Where to spot
Found in southern Africa, particularly Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa. It inhabits woodlands, savannas, and dry bushland.
How to spot
Look for them in open woodlands or savanna, often foraging in low bushes or on the ground. The black around the eye is a key identification mark. Listen for their typical seedeater calls.
When to spot
Visible year-round in its resident range. Most active during the breeding season (southern hemisphere spring/summer).
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is known to form small, active flocks outside the breeding season, moving rapidly through their habitat.
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