Western Bluebill
Spermophaga haematina
The Western Bluebill (Spermophaga haematina) is a rare munias, parrotfinches, waxbills, and alli found in 17 countries, weighing about 23 g. The western bluebill is a common species of estrildid finch found in Africa.
About the Western Bluebill
The western bluebill is a common species of estrildid finch found in Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 1,900,000 km2.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Togo.
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, August, October, November, December, with peak activity in November. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Western Bluebill look like?
- The western bluebill is a common species of estrildid finch found in Africa.
- How big is a Western Bluebill?
- The Western Bluebill is a small sized bird weighing about 23 g.
- Where can you see a Western Bluebill?
- The Western Bluebill occurs in 17 countries, including Ghana, the Gambia, Nigeria, Cameroon and Gabon.
- What birds look similar to a Western Bluebill?
- The Western Bluebill is most easily confused with the Red-headed Bluebill and the Grant's Bluebill.
- Is the Western Bluebill endangered?
- The Western Bluebill is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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