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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Passeriformes Fringillidae

Black-headed Canary

Serinus alario

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
12–15 cm
Body Mass
12.2 g
Diet
Seeds
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 63

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 63).

DEF 45

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 45).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Africa: South Africa Habitat: Shrubland & Scrub
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Serinus alario leucolaemus

    s Namibia and nw and wc South Africa

  • Serinus alario alario

    w, c South Africa, Lesotho

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Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Serinus alario

Which family does it belong to?

Finches, Euphonias (Fringillidae)

Where is it found?

Africa: South Africa

Sources & credits

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