White-browed Crombec

Sylvietta leucophrys

Longbills, Crombecs, and Allies · Passeriformes · Rare

The White-browed Crombec (Sylvietta leucophrys) is a rare longbills, crombecs, and alli found in 5 countries, weighing about 11 g. The white-browed crombec is a species of African warbler, formerly placed in the family Sylviidae.

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About the White-browed Crombec

The white-browed crombec is a species of African warbler, formerly placed in the family Sylviidae. The enigmatic Chapin's crombec might be a distinct species, or a subspecies Sylvietta leucophrys chapini of the present species.

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Where it lives

When to see it

The White-browed Crombec 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 White-browed Crombec look like?
The white-browed crombec is a species of African warbler, formerly placed in the family Sylviidae.
How big is a White-browed Crombec?
The White-browed Crombec is a tiny sized bird weighing about 11 g.
Where can you see a White-browed Crombec?
The White-browed Crombec occurs in 5 countries, including Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Congo - Kinshasa and Burundi.
What birds look similar to a White-browed Crombec?
The White-browed Crombec is most easily confused with the Lemon-bellied Crombec, the Red-capped Crombec and the Somali Crombec.

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