Black-throated Canary
Crithagra atrogularis
The Black-throated Canary (Crithagra atrogularis) is a uncommon finches, euphonias, and alli found in 17 countries, weighing about 11 g. The black-throated canary, also known as the black-throated seedeater, is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae.










About the Black-throated Canary
The black-throated canary, also known as the black-throated seedeater, is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in United States.
When to see it
The Black-throated Canary can be seen all year round, with peak activity in January. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Black-throated Canary look like?
- The black-throated canary, also known as the black-throated seedeater, is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae.
- How big is a Black-throated Canary?
- The Black-throated Canary is a tiny sized bird weighing about 11 g.
- Where can you see a Black-throated Canary?
- The Black-throated Canary occurs in 17 countries, including South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Zambia.
- What birds look similar to a Black-throated Canary?
- The Black-throated Canary is most easily confused with the Yellow Canary, the Streaky-headed Seedeater and the Yellow-fronted Canary.
- Is the Black-throated Canary endangered?
- The Black-throated Canary is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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