About the Somali Golden-winged Grosbeak
The Somali golden-winged grosbeak or Somali grosbeak is a finch endemic to north western Somalia. It is included as a subspecies in R. socotranus by some authorities, but in recent times the three golden-winged grosbeak populations are usually considered distinct species.
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The males are grey-brown overall with a black bill that is smaller than in the other golden-winged grosbeaks. It has a dark face mask and large, bright yellow patches on the wings and tail. The females are similar to the males though somewhat duller, and the juveniles are rather streaky and the face mask is indistinct.
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Where the Somali Golden-winged Grosbeak lives
When to see the Somali Golden-winged Grosbeak
Peak activity in February · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Socotra Golden-winged GrosbeakRhynchostruthus socotranusThe males are grey-brown overall with a black bill, a dark head with a black mask, large white cheek patches, and large, bright yellow patches on the wings and tail.
Arabian Golden-winged GrosbeakRhynchostruthus percivaliThe males are grey-brown overall with a black bill.
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