White-backed Mousebird

Colius colius

Least Concern

The White-backed Mousebird is a social African mousebird of dry scrub and open country of southwestern Africa. It clambers through branches using strong feet and a long tail, feeding mostly on fruit, buds, leaves, and flowers. It is currently assessed as Least Concern, though healthy habitat and secure nesting or foraging sites still matter locally.

Family

Coliidae

Group

Mousebirds

Range

White-backed Mousebird Range — Dry scrub and open country of southwestern Africa

Population

≈ Unknown

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