A distinctive apalis with a bright yellow throat, contrasting with grey upperparts and a pale belly. It has a relatively long tail.
Where to spot
Tropical moist lowland and montane forests, primarily in the mid-canopy and understory, in West and Central Africa.
How to spot
Look for its striking yellow throat patch. It is an active insectivore, constantly moving. Listen for its distinctive, often high-pitched, rapid, and buzzing calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day. Breeding often coincides with the local wet season.
Where to spot
Tropical moist lowland and montane forests, primarily in the mid-canopy and understory, in West and Central Africa.
How to spot
Look for its striking yellow throat patch. It is an active insectivore, constantly moving. Listen for its distinctive, often high-pitched, rapid, and buzzing calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day. Breeding often coincides with the local wet season.
The Yellow-throated Apalis often forages in mixed-species flocks, moving quickly through the canopy and mid-story, making its vibrant throat a useful identification mark.
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