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File:Capped Wheatear, Oenanthe pileata at Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa (10462855974).jpg

Capped Wheatear

Capped Wheatear

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The Capped Wheatear is a distinctive and widespread species, characterized by its black cap, white underparts, and black upperparts with white rump. It is a terrestrial bird of open habitats.
Where to spot
Widespread across much of Southern and East Africa, inhabiting open grasslands, savanna, cultivation, and semi-arid scrub, often near bare ground.
How to spot
Look for it on open ground, often perched on low mounds, fence posts, or scattered bushes. Its prominent black cap and white rump are key identification features. Listen for its varied, often mimetic song.
When to spot
Year-round resident throughout its range. Active throughout the day, often seen foraging on the ground.
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File:Capped Wheatear, Oenanthe pileata at Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa.jpg
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File:Capped Wheatear (Oenanthe pileata) on ground.jpg
File:Capped Wheatear (Oenanthe pileata) on ground -close-up.jpg
File:Capped wheatear (Oenanthe pileata neseri).jpg
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File:Capped Wheatear, Oenanthe pileata at Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa (10462855974).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Capped Wheatear, Oenanthe pileata at Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Capped Wheatear (Oenanthe pileata) (45665299545).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Capped Wheatear (Oenanthe pileata) (51091735298).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Capped Wheatear (Oenanthe pileata) (6880829688).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Capped Wheatear (Oenanthe pileata) on ground.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Capped Wheatear (Oenanthe pileata) on ground -close-up.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Capped wheatear (Oenanthe pileata neseri).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Oenanthe pileata ssp. pileata.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This wheatear is known for its habit of mimicking other birds' calls, incorporating them into its own varied and melodious song.
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