Kandt's Waxbill

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Kandt's Waxbill is a localized and somewhat elusive finch endemic to the Albertine Rift mountains of East Africa. It is very similar to the Common Waxbill but typically found at higher altitudes.

Where to spot

Endemic to the Albertine Rift mountains (Rwanda, Uganda, DR Congo, Burundi), found in montane grasslands, forest edges, and cultivated areas at high elevations.

How to spot

Look for it in grassy patches or low bushes in highland areas. Careful attention to subtle plumage differences (e.g., barring patterns) and vocalizations compared to other waxbills is required.

When to spot

Year-round in its specific range. Most active during early morning and late afternoon.

Where to spot

Endemic to the Albertine Rift mountains (Rwanda, Uganda, DR Congo, Burundi), found in montane grasslands, forest edges, and cultivated areas at high elevations.

How to spot

Look for it in grassy patches or low bushes in highland areas. Careful attention to subtle plumage differences (e.g., barring patterns) and vocalizations compared to other waxbills is required.

When to spot

Year-round in its specific range. Most active during early morning and late afternoon.

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This species is often considered a subspecies of the Common Waxbill by some authorities, highlighting the subtle differences that can distinguish closely related waxbills.

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