Yellow canary

Introduction: Small to large flocks of yellow canary (Crithagra flaviventris) are common in habitats such as mixed tree and shrub savannah and mopane savannah. Saline desert is another favourite. Often congregates with Cape sparrows, white-throated and black-headed canaries.

Distribution: Found throughout most of Namibia except for the driest coastal areas and most of the Zambezi Region (formerly the Caprivi Strip), although it can be observed in the Bwabwata National Park. Also observed in the Etosha National Park
Diet: Takes flowers, seeds, insects, small crustaceans and nectar.

Description: Bright olive-green nape and neck, greenish-yellow rump and upper tail coverts. Dusky brown tail and flight feathers. Underparts are a rich yellow and the breast is a 'greenish wash'. Flaviventris is Latin for 'a yellow belly'.
Breeding: Eggs are laid in successive days from October to April and incubated for up to 16 days. Females build a dry stem cup in as little as 3 or 4 days.

Size: 14cm.

Weight: 18g.