In the shaded grasslands and woodland edges of East Africa, this emerald-backed jewel moves softly among seed-laden stems. It feeds on fine grasses and tiny grains, lowering its head with delicate precision as its spotted flanks glow in filtered light. What makes it extraordinary is the quiet balance it brings to its habitat — by trimming grasses and dispersing seeds across the understory, it helps maintain the gentle rhythm of savannas and forest margins alike. A subtle flash of green and crimson, yet a patient caretaker of the hidden ground layer.
Green-backed Twinspot 👇
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