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Black-faced Canary

Black-faced Canary

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The Black-faced Canary is a distinctive canary with a prominent black mask on its face, contrasting with yellow plumage on the body. Females have a less pronounced mask.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Democratic Republic of Congo. It inhabits clearings, forest edges, and savannas adjacent to humid broadleaf forests.
How to spot
Look for them at forest edges or in open areas near woodlands. The prominent black face mask is a key identification feature. Listen for their canary-like song.
When to spot
Visible year-round in its restricted range. Best observed during the breeding season when activity is higher.
File:Black-faced Canary (Crithagra capistrata) by Henrik Grönvold.jpg
File:Black-faced Canary (Crithagra capistrata) by Henrik Grönvold (cropped).jpg
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File:Black-faced Canary (Crithagra capistrata) by Henrik Grönvold.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-faced Canary (Crithagra capistrata) by Henrik Grönvold (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Crithagra capistrata 746769.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is often found in pairs or small family groups, foraging in trees and bushes for seeds and insects.
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