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Black-rumped Waxbill

Black-rumped Waxbill

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The Red-rumped Waxbill is a small and common finch found across a wide band of sub-Saharan Africa. It is identified by its greyish-brown plumage, finely barred flanks, and a prominent red rump.
Where to spot
Widespread in savannas, grasslands, and cultivated areas across sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Uganda.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on grass seeds on the ground. Its red rump is the most striking and reliable identification feature, particularly in flight.
When to spot
Year-round and easily observable, especially when moving in large flocks.
File:Estrilda troglodytes 1832.jpg
File:Estrilda troglodytes 1876.jpg
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File:Estrilda troglodytes 1832.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Estrilda troglodytes 1876.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Estrilda troglodytes 260040415.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is highly gregarious, often forming large flocks that can number in the hundreds, especially outside the breeding season.
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