Western Nicator
Nicator chloris
The Western Nicator (Nicator chloris) is a rare nicator found in 20 countries, weighing about 46 g. The western nicator is a species of songbird in the family Nicatoridae.
About the Western Nicator
The western nicator is a species of songbird in the family Nicatoridae.
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How to identify it
It is very similar to the eastern nicator, but the sides of the face and crown are olive green. It is best identified by its range and some of its vocalizations.
Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Angola.
When to see it
The Western Nicator can be seen all year round, with peak activity in February. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify a Western Nicator?
- It is very similar to the eastern nicator, but the sides of the face and crown are olive green. Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Western Nicator?
- The Western Nicator is a small sized bird weighing about 46 g.
- Where can you see a Western Nicator?
- The Western Nicator occurs in 20 countries, including Uganda, Ghana, Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire and Cameroon.
- What birds look similar to a Western Nicator?
- The Western Nicator is most easily confused with the Eastern Nicator and the Yellow-throated Nicator.
- Is the Western Nicator endangered?
- The Western Nicator is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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