Zambezi Indigobird
Zambezi Indigobird
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The Zambezi Indigobird is a brood-parasitic finch found in Southern Africa, closely related to other indigobirds. Breeding males are iridescent blue-black and parasitize the Brown Firefinch.
Where to spot
Distributed in parts of Southern Africa, particularly the Zambezi basin and surrounding areas of Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. Found in woodlands and savannas.
How to spot
Look for breeding males singing from perches, especially near Brown Firefinches. Distinguishing from other indigobirds often requires careful attention to song mimicry and geographic location.
When to spot
Year-round. Breeding males are most active during the rainy season.
Where to spot
Distributed in parts of Southern Africa, particularly the Zambezi basin and surrounding areas of Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. Found in woodlands and savannas.
How to spot
Look for breeding males singing from perches, especially near Brown Firefinches. Distinguishing from other indigobirds often requires careful attention to song mimicry and geographic location.
When to spot
Year-round. Breeding males are most active during the rainy season.
Its distribution is closely tied to that of its specific host, the Brown Firefinch, highlighting the intricate co-evolutionary relationship between them.
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