Abyssinian Siskin
Serinus nigriceps
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPasseriformes (Perching Birds)
- FamilyFringillidae (Finches, Euphonias, and Allies)
- GenusSerinus (Typical Serins and Allies)
- SpeciesSerinus nigriceps (Abyssinian Siskin)
About the Abyssinian Siskin
The Ethiopian siskin or Abyssinian siskin (Serinus nigriceps) is a species of finch in the family Fringillidae. It is found only in Ethiopia, usually at altitudes above 2,000 metres (6,600 ft) in the Ethiopian Highlands.
The bird's natural habitat is subtropical or tropical high-altitude Afromontane grassland. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Abyssinian Siskin in Bale Mountains National Park
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White-rumped Seedeater
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Reichard's Seedeater
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Abyssinian Thrush
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bale Mountains National Park | 🇪🇹 Ethiopia |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Abyssinian Siskin in Bale Mountains National Park?
About 60% of wildlife watchers report a Abyssinian Siskin sighting in Bale Mountains National Park, based on 189 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Abyssinian Siskin in Bale Mountains National Park?
January has the highest sighting rate for Abyssinian Siskin in Bale Mountains National Park in our monthly data.