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Lemon-breasted Seedeater

Lemon-breasted Seedeater

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The Lemon-breasted Seedeater is a vibrant finch, with males displaying bright lemon-yellow underparts and olive-green upperparts. Females are duller.
Where to spot
Found in southeastern Africa, particularly in Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa. It inhabits woodlands, savannas, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for them in open woodlands or gardens, often foraging in bushes. The bright lemon-yellow breast of the male is distinctive. Listen for their canary-like song.
When to spot
Visible year-round in its resident range. Most active and vocal during the breeding season (southern hemisphere spring/summer).
File:Crithagra citrinipectus, Ponto da Barra, Birding Weto, a.jpg
File:Lemon-breasted canary, Crithagra citrinipectus, near Pafuri in Kruger National Park, South Africa.jpg
File:Lemon-breasted canary, Crithagra citrinipectus, near Pafuri in Kruger National Park, South Africa (26265068046).jpg
File:Lemon-breasted canary, Crithagra citrinipectus, near Pafuri in Kruger National Park, South Africa (26265068286).jpg
File:Lemon-breasted canary, Crithagra citrinipectus, near Pafuri in Kruger National Park, South Africa (26721998600).jpg
File:Crithagra citrinipectus, Ponto da Barra, Birding Weto, a.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lemon-breasted canary, Crithagra citrinipectus, near Pafuri in Kruger National Park, South Africa.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lemon-breasted canary, Crithagra citrinipectus, near Pafuri in Kruger National Park, South Africa (26265068046).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lemon-breasted canary, Crithagra citrinipectus, near Pafuri in Kruger National Park, South Africa (26265068286).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Lemon-breasted canary, Crithagra citrinipectus, near Pafuri in Kruger National Park, South Africa (26721998600).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Its vivid coloration helps it stand out among the foliage, particularly when seen in good light.
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