Dusky Indigobird
Dusky Indigobird
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The Dusky Indigobird is a brood-parasitic finch found in Central and Southern Africa. Breeding males are dark, dull blue-black, sometimes appearing brownish-black, and parasitize the African Firefinch.
Where to spot
Distributed in savannas, woodlands, and cultivated areas of Central and Southern Africa. Often found near its African Firefinch host.
How to spot
Look for breeding males singing from perches. Pay close attention to the exact shade of blue-black (often appearing duller/dusky) and listen for its host's song mimicry.
When to spot
Year-round. Breeding males are most active during the rainy season.
Where to spot
Distributed in savannas, woodlands, and cultivated areas of Central and Southern Africa. Often found near its African Firefinch host.
How to spot
Look for breeding males singing from perches. Pay close attention to the exact shade of blue-black (often appearing duller/dusky) and listen for its host's song mimicry.
When to spot
Year-round. Breeding males are most active during the rainy season.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species can be particularly challenging to identify in the field due to its subtle plumage differences from other indigobirds and its duller coloration.
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