In the warm savannas and village edges of sub-Saharan Africa, this scarlet spark flits through grasses with restless energy. It feeds on tiny seeds and fallen grains, pausing briefly as its red bill and plumage catch the sun. What makes it extraordinary is its adaptability — thriving alongside human settlements while dispersing seeds and helping shape open grasslands across wide regions. A flicker of red in dusty air, yet a resilient caretaker of everyday savanna life.
Red-billed Firefinch 👇
