Eastern Nicator
NameEastern Nicator
Common NameEastern Nicator
Scientific NameNicator gularis
FamilyNicatoridae
Wingspan (cm)27.5
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsOlive-green upperparts, head, and tail. Paler, yellowish-olive underparts. Dark wings with prominent white spots on the coverts and tertials. Features a pale eye-ring.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, clear, whistling calls, often a series of ringing notes described as 'whee-whee-whee'. It also produces harsh alarm calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in eastern and southeastern Africa, ranging from southern Somalia south through Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and eastern South Africa.
Identifying FeaturesOlive-green plumage, Prominent white spots on dark wings, Stout build with strong bill, Loud whistling calls
Description
This medium-sized passerine is characterized by its olive-green plumage and distinctive white spots on its dark wings. It typically forages in dense forest undergrowth, often heard before it is seen, and has a relatively stout build with a strong bill.
