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Protea Canary

Protea Canary

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The Protea Canary is a striking canary with a grey head, yellow underparts, and an olive-green back. Males have brighter yellow. It is strongly associated with protea vegetation.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Western Cape of South Africa. It inhabits fynbos and protea scrubland, typically on mountain slopes.
How to spot
Explore fynbos and protea-rich areas in the Western Cape. Look for them foraging on protea flowerheads. Listen for their cheerful, complex song.
When to spot
Visible year-round in its specific habitat. Most active and vocal during the breeding season (southern hemisphere spring/summer).
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is named for its strong association with protea vegetation, feeding primarily on the seeds of these iconic South African plants.
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