Buff-bellied Warbler
Buff-bellied Warbler
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4 months ago
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jenny van Dorland
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A small warbler with grey upperparts, a distinct rufous crown, and pale buffy-yellow underparts. It has a slender build and short tail.
Where to spot
Acacia woodlands, dry savanna, and thornbush across East Africa, from Ethiopia to Tanzania.
How to spot
Look for its rufous crown and pale buffy belly. It is an active, often restless, feeder in the mid-strata of trees and bushes. Listen for its high-pitched, often buzzing or trilling calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active in the mornings. Breeding often coincides with local rainy seasons.
Where to spot
Acacia woodlands, dry savanna, and thornbush across East Africa, from Ethiopia to Tanzania.
How to spot
Look for its rufous crown and pale buffy belly. It is an active, often restless, feeder in the mid-strata of trees and bushes. Listen for its high-pitched, often buzzing or trilling calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active in the mornings. Breeding often coincides with local rainy seasons.
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The Buff-bellied Warbler is often found in acacia trees, where its subtle plumage helps it blend in while it actively gleans insects from the leaves.
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