Least ConcernRareInvertebratesShrublandCup nestTiny · 7 g
About the Karoo Eremomela
The Karoo eremomela, also known as the yellow-rumped eremomela, is a species of bird formerly placed in the "Old World warbler" assemblage, but now placed in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Namibia and South Africa. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in September · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Rufous-crowned EremomelaEremomela badicepsThe rufous-crowned eremomela is a species of bird formerly placed in the "Old World warbler" assemblage, but now placed in the family Cisticolidae.
Turner's EremomelaEremomela turneriTurner's eremomela is a small, discreet bird being only 9 centimetres long and weighting 6 to 9 grams.
Yellow-vented EremomelaEremomela flavicrissalisThe yellow-vented eremomela is a species of bird formerly placed in the "Old World warbler" assemblage, but now placed in the family Cisticolidae.
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