Sierra Leone Prinia
Schistolais leontica
The Sierra Leone Prinia (Schistolais leontica) is a legendary cisticola found in 3 countries, weighing about 12 g. The Sierra Leone prinia, also known as the white-eyed prinia, is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
About the Sierra Leone Prinia
The Sierra Leone prinia, also known as the white-eyed prinia, is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae. It is found in Ivory Coast, Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. Its natural habitat is thickets and forest edge, especially in the transition zone between submontane forest and submontane grassland. It is threatened by habitat loss, especially habitat clearance to establish iron ore mines.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, May, June, July, October, November, December, with peak activity in May. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Sierra Leone Prinia look like?
- The Sierra Leone prinia, also known as the white-eyed prinia, is a species of bird in the family Cisticolidae.
- How big is a Sierra Leone Prinia?
- The Sierra Leone Prinia is a tiny sized bird weighing about 12 g.
- Where can you see a Sierra Leone Prinia?
- The Sierra Leone Prinia occurs in 3 countries, including Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia.
- What birds look similar to a Sierra Leone Prinia?
- The Sierra Leone Prinia is most easily confused with the White-chinned Prinia.
- Is the Sierra Leone Prinia endangered?
- The Sierra Leone Prinia is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
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