Southern Red Bishop

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The Red Bishop is a familiar African weaver, with breeding males adorned in brilliant scarlet-red and black plumage. They are common residents of grasslands and cultivated areas.

Where to spot

Common throughout sub-Saharan Africa, inhabiting grasslands, savannas, marshes, and cultivated fields. Introduced to some other parts of the world.

How to spot

Search in tall grass or reedbeds, especially near water. Males' vivid red plumage makes them hard to miss as they perform display flights or perch conspicuously.

When to spot

Most visible during the breeding season (typically the rainy season) when males are in their striking red and black attire and are actively displaying.

Where to spot

Common throughout sub-Saharan Africa, inhabiting grasslands, savannas, marshes, and cultivated fields. Introduced to some other parts of the world.

How to spot

Search in tall grass or reedbeds, especially near water. Males' vivid red plumage makes them hard to miss as they perform display flights or perch conspicuously.

When to spot

Most visible during the breeding season (typically the rainy season) when males are in their striking red and black attire and are actively displaying.