Rudd's Apalis

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Not yet spotted on Fladder

A small, inconspicuous apalis with plain olive-brown upperparts and a pale greyish-white belly, often with a rufous wash on the flanks.

Where to spot

Coastal forests, dense thickets, and dense dry woodlands in southeastern Africa (South Africa, Mozambique, Eswatini).

How to spot

Difficult to observe due to its shy nature and dense habitat. Listen for its high-pitched, often repetitive, buzzing or chirping calls, which are the main clue to its presence.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Most active in the mornings. Breeding occurs during the austral spring and summer.

Where to spot

Coastal forests, dense thickets, and dense dry woodlands in southeastern Africa (South Africa, Mozambique, Eswatini).

How to spot

Difficult to observe due to its shy nature and dense habitat. Listen for its high-pitched, often repetitive, buzzing or chirping calls, which are the main clue to its presence.