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A photo of a Yellow-fronted Canary (Crithagra mozambica)
Yellow-fronted Canary

Yellow-fronted Canary

Crithagra mozambica

The Yellow-fronted Canary (Crithagra mozambica), a small passerine bird belonging to the finch family, is a delightful sight with its vibrant plumage. This species, also known in aviculture as the Green Singing Finch, is a charming bird with a length ranging from 11 to 13 centimeters.

Identification Tips

Adult males are distinguished by their green backs, brown wings, and tail. Their underparts and rump are a striking yellow, complemented by a yellow head with a contrasting grey crown and nape. A distinctive black malar stripe graces their cheeks. Females share a similar appearance but with a less pronounced head pattern and more subdued underparts. Juvenile birds tend to be greyer than females, particularly on the head.

Habitat

The Yellow-fronted Canary thrives in open woodlands and cultivated areas, where it can often be seen flitting about.

Distribution

This bird is a resident breeder throughout Africa, south of the Sahara Desert. It has also been introduced to the Hawaiian Islands, where populations have established themselves on western Hawaii, southeastern Oahu, and Molokai.

Behaviour

The Yellow-fronted Canary is known for its gregarious nature, often seen in flocks. It is a seedeater that exhibits a zest for life and a sociable disposition.

Song & Calls

The song of the Yellow-fronted Canary is a melodious warble, a series of "zee-zeree-chereeo" notes that are a joy to the ears of bird enthusiasts.

Breeding

These canaries nest in trees, crafting a compact cup nest where they lay three to four eggs, a testament to their dedication to the next generation.

Similar Species

While there are other canaries and finches, the Yellow-fronted Canary's unique combination of yellow and green plumage, along with its black malar stripe, helps distinguish it from its relatives.

Diet and Feeding

As seedeaters, Yellow-fronted Canaries forage for a variety of seeds, which constitute the mainstay of their diet.

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List has classified the Yellow-fronted Canary as Least Concern, indicating that, for now, this species is not at immediate risk of decline.

Yellow-fronted Canary Sounds


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