Red-tailed Bristlebill
Red-tailed Bristlebill
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The Red-tailed Bristlebill is a secretive and often elusive forest bird, characterized by its olive-green plumage and prominent red tail. It is known for its habit of foraging low in dense undergrowth.
Where to spot
Found across West and Central Africa, inhabiting the understory of dense primary and secondary rainforests, especially areas with thick tangles and vines.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, whistling calls, which are often the best way to locate it. Look for its red tail flicking in the dense undergrowth. Patience and slow movement are essential for a glimpse.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident habitat. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon when foraging. Can be shy and difficult to see.
Where to spot
Found across West and Central Africa, inhabiting the understory of dense primary and secondary rainforests, especially areas with thick tangles and vines.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, whistling calls, which are often the best way to locate it. Look for its red tail flicking in the dense undergrowth. Patience and slow movement are essential for a glimpse.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident habitat. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon when foraging. Can be shy and difficult to see.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Bristlebills get their name from stiff, hair-like feathers (bristles) around their beaks, which are thought to aid in foraging for insects among dense vegetation. The Red-tailed Bristlebill has particularly noticeable bristles.
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