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File:Crithagra flaviventris ssp. damarensis.jpg

Yellow Canary

Yellow Canary

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The Yellow Canary is a bright, common canary, with males displaying vibrant yellow plumage and a greyish cap. Females are duller.
Where to spot
Widespread in southern Africa, particularly South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana. It inhabits dry savannas, grasslands, arid scrubland, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Easily found in open habitats, often perching on fence posts or low bushes. The male's bright yellow plumage is unmistakable. Listen for their cheerful, varied song.
When to spot
Visible year-round throughout its range. Highly active and vocal during the breeding season (southern hemisphere spring/summer).
File:Crithagra flaviventris ssp. damarensis.jpg
File:Crithagra flaviventris ssp. flaviventris.jpg
File:Yellow Canary (Crithagra flaviventris) (6536890761).jpg
File:Yellow Canary (Crithagra flaviventris) male coming to drink ... (46370618704).jpg
File:Yellow canary, Crithagra flaviventris, at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa (33788337194).jpg
File:Yellow canary, Crithagra flaviventris, at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa (34469216842).jpg
File:Yellow canary, Crithagra flaviventris, at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa (34469217102).jpg
File:Yellow canary, Crithagra flaviventris, at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa (34469217352).jpg
File:Yellow canary, Crithagra flaviventris, at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa (34631274655).jpg
File:Crithagra flaviventris ssp. damarensis.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Crithagra flaviventris ssp. flaviventris.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow Canary (Crithagra flaviventris) (6536890761).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow Canary (Crithagra flaviventris) male coming to drink ... (46370618704).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow canary, Crithagra flaviventris, at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa (33788337194).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow canary, Crithagra flaviventris, at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa (34469216842).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow canary, Crithagra flaviventris, at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa (34469217102).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow canary, Crithagra flaviventris, at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa (34469217352).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Yellow canary, Crithagra flaviventris, at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa (34631274655).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is a popular cage bird due to its beautiful song and bright coloration, though wild populations are thriving.
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