Cuckoo-finch
Cuckoo-finch
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The Cuckoo-finch is a small, brood-parasitic bird found across sub-Saharan Africa. It is known for its distinctive cuckoo-like breeding strategy, laying its eggs in the nests of other estrildid finches.
Where to spot
Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa, typically found in open grasslands, savannas, and cultivated areas, often near water sources.
How to spot
Look for its finch-like appearance and listen for its distinctive calls. It can be elusive but may be spotted feeding on grass seeds in open areas or perched on low vegetation.
When to spot
Year-round in most parts of its range, though breeding activity and visibility might increase during the wet season when host species are breeding.
Where to spot
Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa, typically found in open grasslands, savannas, and cultivated areas, often near water sources.
How to spot
Look for its finch-like appearance and listen for its distinctive calls. It can be elusive but may be spotted feeding on grass seeds in open areas or perched on low vegetation.
When to spot
Year-round in most parts of its range, though breeding activity and visibility might increase during the wet season when host species are breeding.
Unlike many brood parasites, the Cuckoo-finch chick does not eject the host's eggs or chicks; instead, it often coexists with them, which is unusual for a cuckoo-like species.
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