Gabela Akalat

Apalis stronachi

The Gabela Akalat (Apalis stronachi) is a small passerine bird native to the Gabela region of Angola. It is known for its distinctive grey plumage with a white belly and a black mask around the eyes. This species is often found in dense undergrowth and forested areas, where it forages for insects and small invertebrates. The Gabela Akalat is known for its melodious and varied song, which it uses to communicate with other members of its species. Due to habitat loss and deforestation in its limited range, the conservation status of the Gabela Akalat is currently listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Dense undergrowth and forested areas