Pogoniulus chrysoconus (Temminck, 1832)

Taxonomy and Size

The yellow-fronted tinkerbird, with the scientific name Pogoniulus chrysoconus (Temminck, 1832), is approximately 11 cm (4.3 in) long.

It has a plump body, short neck, large head, and short tail.

Adult Upperparts Coloration

Adult yellow-fronted tinkerbirds have black upperparts that are heavily streaked with yellow and white.

Their heads show a strong black and white pattern, with a yellow spot on the forecrown.

Underparts and Sexual Dimorphism

Their underparts and rump are lemon yellow.

Both sexes look very similar in appearance, while young birds differ by having a dark crown that lacks the distinct yellow spot.

Breeding Range

The yellow-fronted tinkerbird is a widespread, often common resident breeder across much of Africa that lies south of the Sahara Desert.

Primary Habitat

It lives in mesic, open to closed broadleaved or mixed woodlands and scrub.

Secondary Habitat Occurrence

It can be found in riparian vegetation, but only occurs sparsely in dry savanna and teak woodlands.