Northern Anteater-Chat
Northern Anteater-Chat
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The Northern Anteater-Chat is a distinctive species, characterized by its mostly black plumage with a white rump, often seen foraging on the ground in open grassy areas.
Where to spot
Found across a broad band of sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and Uganda, inhabiting open savanna, grasslands, and cultivated areas, often near bare ground.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on open, often bare ground, or perched on low mounds or scattered bushes. The black plumage with a contrasting white rump is a good identification feature. Listen for its varied calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, often foraging in the open sun. Breeding activity increases during the wet season.
Where to spot
Found across a broad band of sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and Uganda, inhabiting open savanna, grasslands, and cultivated areas, often near bare ground.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on open, often bare ground, or perched on low mounds or scattered bushes. The black plumage with a contrasting white rump is a good identification feature. Listen for its varied calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, often foraging in the open sun. Breeding activity increases during the wet season.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its common name 'anteater-chat' refers to its habit of following ants, particularly army ants, to catch insects disturbed by their movements, though this behavior is not exclusive.
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