The Cape Tchagra is an endemic bushshrike of South Africa, known for its strong, hooked bill and bold facial markings, including a broad black stripe through the eye. It inhabits fynbos and coastal scrub.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Cape provinces of South Africa, typically found in fynbos, coastal scrub, and thicket vegetation.
How to spot
Look for its bold facial stripe and strong bill. It can be shy, but its distinctive loud, descending whistling calls are a good indicator of its presence. Observe its ground-foraging behavior.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often heard giving its distinctive calls during the breeding season.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Cape provinces of South Africa, typically found in fynbos, coastal scrub, and thicket vegetation.
How to spot
Look for its bold facial stripe and strong bill. It can be shy, but its distinctive loud, descending whistling calls are a good indicator of its presence. Observe its ground-foraging behavior.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often heard giving its distinctive calls during the breeding season.
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Credits:
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Wikimedia Commons
The Cape Tchagra often forages on the ground, flipping over leaves and debris with its strong bill to find insects and other invertebrates.
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