The Cameroon Indigobird is a brood-parasitic finch found in parts of West-Central Africa. Breeding males are iridescent blue-black, specializing in parasitizing the Bar-breasted Firefinch.
Where to spot
Found in savannas and grasslands of West-Central Africa, primarily Cameroon. Often found near its Bar-breasted Firefinch host.
How to spot
Look for breeding males singing from perches. Identification relies heavily on recognizing the mimicked song of the Bar-breasted Firefinch.
When to spot
Year-round. Breeding males are most active during the rainy season.
Where to spot
Found in savannas and grasslands of West-Central Africa, primarily Cameroon. Often found near its Bar-breasted Firefinch host.
How to spot
Look for breeding males singing from perches. Identification relies heavily on recognizing the mimicked song of the Bar-breasted Firefinch.
When to spot
Year-round. Breeding males are most active during the rainy season.
Like other indigobirds, the Cameroon Indigobird male's song incorporates elements of its host's vocalizations, aiding in attracting mates and tricking the host.
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