Western Citril
Crithagra frontalis
The Western Citril (Crithagra frontalis) is a rare finches, euphonias, and alli found in 6 countries, weighing about 12 g. The western citril, also known as the yellow-browed citril, is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae.
About the Western Citril
The western citril, also known as the yellow-browed citril, is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae. It is found in central Africa.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Western Citril can be seen all year round, with peak activity in July. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Western Citril look like?
- The western citril, also known as the yellow-browed citril, is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae.
- How big is a Western Citril?
- The Western Citril is a tiny sized bird weighing about 12 g.
- Where can you see a Western Citril?
- The Western Citril occurs in 6 countries, including Uganda, Rwanda, Congo - Kinshasa, Kenya and Tanzania.
- What birds look similar to a Western Citril?
- The Western Citril is most easily confused with the White-rumped Seedeater, the Thick-billed Seedeater and the Brown-rumped Seedeater.
- Is the Western Citril endangered?
- The Western Citril is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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