Where to see
Where to see the Black-throated Canary in South Africa
The black-throated canary (Crithagra atrogularis), also known as the Black-throated seedeater, is a species of finch in the Fringillidae family.
Crithagra atrogularis
Planning a trip
When and where to find the Black-throated Canary
Best hours of the day
- The first hours after sunrise, and late afternoon. Birds call and feed most in the cool.
- Midday. Quieter, especially in summer heat.
Species
Crithagra atrogularis
Records
456
iNaturalist observations
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Questions travellers ask
A record means a host has seen the Black-throated Canary on the property or nearby. It is never a guarantee of a sighting.
Where can you see the Black-throated Canary in South Africa?
The Black-throated Canary is most recorded in Gauteng (32% of records), Northern Cape (21% of records), North West (14% of records), based on 456 iNaturalist observations. 6 places to stay on Spekboom in South Africa have recorded the Black-throated Canary on site or nearby.
When is the best time to see the Black-throated Canary?
The Black-throated Canary is recorded throughout the year, so no month is the wrong month to look for it.
What is the Black-throated Canary?
The black-throated canary (Crithagra atrogularis), also known as the Black-throated seedeater, is a species of finch in the Fringillidae family.
Stays that give back
Where to stay for a chance to see the Black-throated Canary
Every stay on the Black-throated Canary page lists the species its host has recorded on or near the property. A record is a sighting, never a promise.
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