About the Tit Hylia
The tit hylia is a species of bird, monotypic within the genus Pholidornis. It is found in rainforests in West and Central Africa. It had been placed in the family Cettiidae, but in 2019 its assignment to a new family, the Hyliidae, was strongly supported.
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At 8 cm (3.1 in) long, it is perhaps the smallest bird native to Africa. This species has a pale buff chest and head overlaid with heavy brown streaking. From the lower breast down to the rump, this bird is bright yellow. The legs are a bright orange color. Juveniles are less colorful and less heavily streaked. Due to its small size it sometimes gets trapped in spider webs.
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Where the Tit Hylia lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Central African Republic, Congo - Brazzaville.
When to see the Tit Hylia
Peak activity in November · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
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