Red-cheeked Wattle-eye
Red-cheeked Wattle-eye
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The Red-cheeked Wattle-eye is a small and distinctive African forest bird. Males have a glossy black head and back, white underparts, and striking red facial wattles, while females have browner plumage.
Where to spot
Found in West and Central Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola. Inhabits lowland rainforests and mature secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for them in the mid-story and understory of dense forests. The bright red wattles are unmistakable. Listen for their sharp, buzzing, or clicking calls, often repeated rapidly.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its habitat. Active during daylight hours.
Where to spot
Found in West and Central Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola. Inhabits lowland rainforests and mature secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for them in the mid-story and understory of dense forests. The bright red wattles are unmistakable. Listen for their sharp, buzzing, or clicking calls, often repeated rapidly.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its habitat. Active during daylight hours.
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The vibrant red wattles around the eyes of the male become particularly prominent during the breeding season, used in elaborate courtship displays to attract mates.
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