Black-faced Canary
NameBlack-faced Canary
Common NameBlack-faced Canary
Scientific NameCrithagra capistrata
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsMales display bright yellow underparts and head, contrasting with a prominent black mask covering the lores, forehead, and chin. The back and wings are olive-green with darker streaking.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a sweet, varied canary-like song composed of trills and whistles, often interspersed with 'tsip' or 'chissick' call notes.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to central Africa, its range extends across countries such as Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and Nigeria.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow plumage, Black face mask, Small size, Canary-like song
Description
This small, vibrant finch is characterized by its bright yellow plumage and distinctive black face mask. It typically forages in trees and shrubs, primarily feeding on seeds but also consuming insects.
