A small, short-tailed warbler with a distinctive reddish or rufous face and throat, contrasting with its olive-green upperparts and pale belly.
Where to spot
Dry forests, woodlands, and dense scrubland across East and Southern Africa, often favoring areas with a dense understory.
How to spot
Look for the prominent rufous coloration on its face. It's an active gleaner of insects, moving quickly through foliage. Listen for its high-pitched, rather fast song or calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings when it is most vocal. Breeding usually occurs during the local wet season.
Where to spot
Dry forests, woodlands, and dense scrubland across East and Southern Africa, often favoring areas with a dense understory.
How to spot
Look for the prominent rufous coloration on its face. It's an active gleaner of insects, moving quickly through foliage. Listen for its high-pitched, rather fast song or calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings when it is most vocal. Breeding usually occurs during the local wet season.
The Red-faced Crombec's facial pattern is a key diagnostic feature, making it relatively easy to identify among other crombec species in its African habitat.
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