Speckle-fronted Weaver
Speckle-fronted Weaver
100
1 week ago
door
Henk Spuijbroek
Points:
100
The Speckle-fronted Weaver is a small, streaky brown weaver bird named for the finely speckled or scaled appearance on its forehead. It is a shy species typically found in dry, open habitats.
Where to spot
Found across the Sahel region of Africa, from Mauritania to Eritrea. Inhabits dry savannas, grasslands with scattered bushes, and semi-desert areas.
How to spot
Look for its streaky plumage and speckled forehead. They are often found in small groups, foraging on the ground or perched low in thorny bushes. Listen for their quiet, buzzy calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most visible during the dry season when vegetation is sparser, making it easier to spot. Active during daylight hours.
Where to spot
Found across the Sahel region of Africa, from Mauritania to Eritrea. Inhabits dry savannas, grasslands with scattered bushes, and semi-desert areas.
How to spot
Look for its streaky plumage and speckled forehead. They are often found in small groups, foraging on the ground or perched low in thorny bushes. Listen for their quiet, buzzy calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most visible during the dry season when vegetation is sparser, making it easier to spot. Active during daylight hours.
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Its name, 'Sporopipes', translates to 'seed-eater', reflecting its primary diet of grass seeds, which it efficiently extracts with its conical bill.
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Spotted
- Recently spotted
- 1 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 1 week ago door Henk Spuijbroek
Monthly observations
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