Straw-tailed Whydah
Straw-tailed Whydah
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Fischer's Whydah is a beautiful brood-parasitic finch found in East Africa. Breeding males have a short, rounded tail, a creamy collar, and a yellow bill.
Where to spot
Found in arid and semi-arid grasslands and acacia scrub of East Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
How to spot
Look for breeding males perched on low bushes or flying over open areas. Their shorter tail and creamy collar are distinguishing features. Often seen near Orange-breasted Waxbills.
When to spot
Year-round. Breeding males are most conspicuous during the rainy season.
Where to spot
Found in arid and semi-arid grasslands and acacia scrub of East Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
How to spot
Look for breeding males perched on low bushes or flying over open areas. Their shorter tail and creamy collar are distinguishing features. Often seen near Orange-breasted Waxbills.
When to spot
Year-round. Breeding males are most conspicuous during the rainy season.
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This whydah is known to parasitize the Orange-breasted Waxbill, closely mimicking its host's chick mouth markings to ensure successful rearing.
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