White-collared Oliveback
Nesocharis ansorgei
The White-collared Oliveback (Nesocharis ansorgei) is a legendary munias, parrotfinches, waxbills, and alli found in 4 countries, weighing about 8 g. The white-collared oliveback is a species of estrildid finch found in Africa.
About the White-collared Oliveback
The white-collared oliveback is a species of estrildid finch found in Africa. It has an estimated global extent of occurrence of 94,000 km2.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in July. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a White-collared Oliveback look like?
- The white-collared oliveback is a species of estrildid finch found in Africa.
- How big is a White-collared Oliveback?
- The White-collared Oliveback is a tiny sized bird weighing about 8 g.
- Where can you see a White-collared Oliveback?
- The White-collared Oliveback occurs in 4 countries, including Rwanda, Uganda, Angola and Congo - Kinshasa.
- What birds look similar to a White-collared Oliveback?
- The White-collared Oliveback is most easily confused with the Shelley's Oliveback.
- Is the White-collared Oliveback endangered?
- The White-collared Oliveback is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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