Olive-green Camaroptera
NameOlive-green Camaroptera
Common NameOlive-green Camaroptera
Scientific NameCamaroptera chloronota
FamilyCisticolidae
Wingspan (cm)13.5
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsThis species features olive-green upperparts, including the crown, back, and wings. The underparts are a pale grey, contrasting with the brighter upperparts. It has a pale yellow eye and a slender, pale bill, with orange-pink legs and feet.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a sharp 'chip' or 'tsip' note, often given repeatedly. It also produces a rapid, high-pitched trill or series of buzzing notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Olive-green Camaroptera is found across West and Central Africa, with its range extending from Sierra Leone eastward through countries like Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, and into parts of Uganda and Angola.
Identifying FeaturesOlive-green upperparts, Pale grey underparts, Pale yellow eye, Orange-pink legs, Small size, Active in dense undergrowth
Description
The Olive-green Camaroptera is a small, warbler-like bird typically found in the dense undergrowth of forests. It is an active insectivore, often seen hopping through vegetation in search of prey. Its drab plumage provides excellent camouflage within its leafy habitat.
