Sulphur-breasted Bushshrike
NameSulphur-breasted Bushshrike
Common NameSulphur-breasted Bushshrike
Scientific NameTelophorus sulfureopectus
FamilyMalaconotidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)21.5
Plumage DetailsThe Sulphur-breasted Bushshrike has a grey crown and nape, with a bright yellow lore and supercilium, and a black eye-stripe. Its throat and upper breast are bright yellow, transitioning to a rich orange on the lower breast and flanks. The back, wings, and tail are olive-green, and the belly is yellowish. The bill is black.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of clear, whistled notes, often described as 'whip-poor-will' like, or a repeated 'kwip-kwip-kwip'. It can also produce harsh churring sounds.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal in the west, east to Ethiopia, and south through eastern and southern Africa to South Africa.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow face, Orange breast, Grey crown and nape, Olive-green back and wings, Black eye-stripe
Description
This small, colorful bushshrike is characterized by its vibrant plumage, featuring a grey head, bright yellow face, and a striking orange breast. It is typically found foraging for insects in dense vegetation within woodlands and savannas across sub-Saharan Africa.
