Black-eared Seedeater
Crithagra mennelli
The Black-eared Seedeater (Crithagra mennelli) is a rare finches, euphonias, and alli found in 7 countries, weighing about 15 g. The black-eared seedeater or blackeared canary is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae.
About the Black-eared Seedeater
The black-eared seedeater or blackeared canary is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae. Its native habitat is miombo woodland.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in South Africa.
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in December. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Black-eared Seedeater look like?
- The black-eared seedeater or blackeared canary is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae.
- How big is a Black-eared Seedeater?
- The Black-eared Seedeater is a small sized bird weighing about 15 g.
- Where can you see a Black-eared Seedeater?
- The Black-eared Seedeater occurs in 7 countries, including Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Malawi and Tanzania.
- What birds look similar to a Black-eared Seedeater?
- The Black-eared Seedeater is most easily confused with the Southern Grosbeak-Canary, the Arabian Serin and the Principe Seedeater.
- Is the Black-eared Seedeater endangered?
- The Black-eared Seedeater is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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