Carp's Tit is a relatively localized black tit species endemic to a specific region of southwestern Africa. It is characterized by its uniform dark plumage, similar to other black tits but with subtle differences.
Where to spot
Endemic to dry woodlands, mopane savannas, and arid scrub in southwestern Africa, primarily Angola and Namibia.
How to spot
Look for it foraging actively in the canopy and undergrowth of dry woodlands. Identifying it requires careful attention to its subtle plumage differences from similar species in its range.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round, active during daylight hours. Best seen during the dry season when foliage is less dense.
Where to spot
Endemic to dry woodlands, mopane savannas, and arid scrub in southwestern Africa, primarily Angola and Namibia.
How to spot
Look for it foraging actively in the canopy and undergrowth of dry woodlands. Identifying it requires careful attention to its subtle plumage differences from similar species in its range.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round, active during daylight hours. Best seen during the dry season when foliage is less dense.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is named after Bernard Carp, a South African businessman and ornithologist who collected the first specimen.
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