Bokmakierie
Bokmakierie
100
1 month ago
door
jenny van Dorland
The Bokmakierie is a vibrant and iconic bushshrike endemic to southern Africa, famous for its striking yellow and olive plumage and highly vocal nature. Its name is onomatopoeic, derived from its distinctive call.
Where to spot
Endemic to southern Africa, found in a wide variety of habitats including fynbos, karoo scrub, open woodlands, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow underparts, olive back, black facial markings, and distinctive yellow supercilium. Listen for its loud, clear 'bok-mak-ierie' calls, which are unmistakable.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, particularly vocal in the mornings and evenings, and during the breeding season.
Where to spot
Endemic to southern Africa, found in a wide variety of habitats including fynbos, karoo scrub, open woodlands, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow underparts, olive back, black facial markings, and distinctive yellow supercilium. Listen for its loud, clear 'bok-mak-ierie' calls, which are unmistakable.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, particularly vocal in the mornings and evenings, and during the breeding season.
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The Bokmakierie is a master of synchronized duetting, where a pair will coordinate their calls perfectly, often giving the impression of a single bird singing.
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