Red-tailed Greenbul

Cichladusa ruficauda

The Red-tailed Greenbul (Cichladusa ruficauda) is a medium-sized songbird found in the forests and woodlands of sub-Saharan Africa. It has a distinctive olive-green plumage with a bright red tail, and its melodious song can often be heard echoing through the dense vegetation. This species is known for its agile and acrobatic foraging behavior, as it flits through the foliage in search of insects, fruits, and seeds. The Red-tailed Greenbul plays an important role in forest ecosystems by contributing to seed dispersal and insect control. However, habitat loss and fragmentation pose significant threats to its populations in some regions.

Habitat: Forests and woodlands