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Pink-throated Twinspot

Pink-throated Twinspot

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The Pink-throated Twinspot is an exquisite finch found in the dry woodlands and scrublands of Southern Africa. Males have a distinctive pink throat patch, with red cheeks and white-spotted flanks.
Where to spot
Endemic to dry woodlands, savannas, and thorny scrub of Southern Africa, primarily Mozambique and South Africa.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on the ground in dense cover. The pink throat and white-spotted flanks are key identification features, especially for males.
When to spot
Year-round, but can be elusive. Best observed during the breeding season when males are more vocal.
File:Hypargos margaritatus -Mkhuze Game Reserve -South Africa-8.jpg
File:Hypargos margaritatus 1849.jpg
File:Male Pink-throated Twinspot (Hypargos margaritatus).jpg
File:Pink-throated Twinspot, Hypargos margaritatus (6069980379).jpg
File:Pink-throated Twinspot (Hypargos margaritatus) (30415793314).jpg
File:Pink-throated Twinspot (Hypargos margaritatus) on the ground.jpg
File:Pink-throated Twinspot (Hypargos margaritatus) on the ground - cropped.jpg
File:Pink-throated twinspot (Hypargos margaritatus) 2014 10 19 0188.jpg
File:Hypargos margaritatus -Mkhuze Game Reserve -South Africa-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hypargos margaritatus 1849.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Male Pink-throated Twinspot (Hypargos margaritatus).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pink-throated Twinspot, Hypargos margaritatus (6069980379).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pink-throated Twinspot (Hypargos margaritatus) (30415793314).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pink-throated Twinspot (Hypargos margaritatus) on the ground.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pink-throated Twinspot (Hypargos margaritatus) on the ground - cropped.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pink-throated twinspot (Hypargos margaritatus) 2014 10 19 0188.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is highly sought after by birdwatchers due to its beautiful and unique coloration.
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