Green-backed Eremomela
NameGreen-backed Eremomela
Common NameGreen-backed Eremomela
Scientific NameEremomela canescens
FamilyCisticolidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)7.5
Plumage DetailsFeatures a grey crown, a distinct black loral stripe extending through the eye, and a clean white throat. Its back and wings are olive-green, contrasting with bright yellow underparts.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a high-pitched, rapid trill or a series of chattering notes, often delivered while foraging.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in central and eastern Africa, ranging from Cameroon eastward through the Central African Republic, South Sudan, Uganda, Kenya, and south into Tanzania.
Identifying FeaturesGrey crown, Black eye-stripe, White throat, Olive-green back, Bright yellow underparts
Description
This small, active passerine bird is characterized by its striking plumage. It typically forages in the mid-canopy of trees and bushes, often in mixed-species flocks, searching for insects.
