Southern Grosbeak-Canary
NameSouthern Grosbeak-Canary
Common NameSouthern Grosbeak-Canary
Scientific NameCrithagra donaldsoni
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)14
Plumage DetailsMales exhibit bright yellow on their underparts, face, and rump. The crown, nape, and back are olive-green with distinct dark streaking. Wings and tail are dark with yellowish edges. The bill is stout, conical, and pinkish. Females are generally duller, with less intense yellow and more extensive streaking across their plumage.
Vocalization / CallProduces a series of sweet, musical trills and whistles, typical of canaries and serins, often delivered from a prominent perch.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in East Africa, specifically inhabiting southern Ethiopia, Somalia, and northern Kenya.
Identifying Featuresbright yellow underparts, olive-green streaked back, stout conical pinkish bill, small size
Description
This small, stout-billed finch is characterized by its bright yellow underparts and olive-green streaked upperparts, particularly in males. It typically forages for seeds and some insects in arid scrubland and acacia woodlands. Its vocalizations include sweet, musical trills and whistles.
