Rwenzori Apalis
Oreolais ruwenzorii
The Rwenzori Apalis (Oreolais ruwenzorii) is a rare cisticola found in 4 countries, weighing about 10 g. The Rwenzori apalis or collared apalis is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
About the Rwenzori Apalis
The Rwenzori apalis or collared apalis is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, November, December, with peak activity in July. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Rwenzori Apalis look like?
- The Rwenzori apalis or collared apalis is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
- How big is a Rwenzori Apalis?
- The Rwenzori Apalis is a tiny sized bird weighing about 10 g.
- Where can you see a Rwenzori Apalis?
- The Rwenzori Apalis occurs in 4 countries, including Uganda, Rwanda, Congo - Kinshasa and Burundi.
- What birds look similar to a Rwenzori Apalis?
- The Rwenzori Apalis is most easily confused with the Black-collared Apalis.
- Is the Rwenzori Apalis endangered?
- The Rwenzori Apalis is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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