Brown-backed Honeybird
Prodotiscus regulus
The Brown-backed Honeybird (Prodotiscus regulus) is a rare honeyguid found in 20 countries, weighing about 14 g. The brown-backed honeybird, also known as Wahlberg's honeybird, Wahlberg's honeyguide and sharp-billed honeyguide, is a species of bird in the family Indicatoridae.
About the Brown-backed Honeybird
The brown-backed honeybird, also known as Wahlberg's honeybird, Wahlberg's honeyguide and sharp-billed honeyguide, is a species of bird in the family Indicatoridae. This bird is named after the Swedish naturalist Johan August Wahlberg.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Brown-backed Honeybird can be seen all year round, with peak activity in October. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Brown-backed Honeybird look like?
- The brown-backed honeybird, also known as Wahlberg's honeybird, Wahlberg's honeyguide and sharp-billed honeyguide, is a species of bird in the family Indicatoridae.
- How big is a Brown-backed Honeybird?
- The Brown-backed Honeybird is a tiny sized bird weighing about 14 g.
- Where can you see a Brown-backed Honeybird?
- The Brown-backed Honeybird occurs in 20 countries, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Zambia and Tanzania.
- What birds look similar to a Brown-backed Honeybird?
- The Brown-backed Honeybird is most easily confused with the Green-backed Honeybird and the Cassin's Honeybird.
- Is the Brown-backed Honeybird endangered?
- The Brown-backed Honeybird is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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