Southern Citril
Crithagra hyposticta
The Southern Citril (Crithagra hyposticta) is a rare finches, euphonias, and alli found in 6 countries, weighing about 13 g. The southern citril is a species of finch in the Fringillidae family.
About the Southern Citril
The southern citril is a species of finch in the Fringillidae family. It is endemic to the eastern Afromontane.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Southern Citril can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Southern Citril look like?
- The southern citril is a species of finch in the Fringillidae family.
- How big is a Southern Citril?
- The Southern Citril is a tiny sized bird weighing about 13 g.
- Where can you see a Southern Citril?
- The Southern Citril occurs in 6 countries, including Tanzania, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique and Zambia.
- What birds look similar to a Southern Citril?
- The Southern Citril is most easily confused with the Thick-billed Seedeater, the Western Citril and the White-rumped Seedeater.
- Is the Southern Citril endangered?
- The Southern Citril is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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