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Red-faced Mousebird

Sexes alike.
Red facial patch is diagnostic. In flight the grey rump contrasts slightly with the back and tail which appear to be slightly suffused with green.
Head and breast are pale cinnamon.
The birds usually fly in small parties and have a fast powerful and direct flight action.
Habitat
Thornveld, open broad-leaved woodland, lowland fynbos and suburban gardens.
Call
A clear whistle, 'tsee-tee-tee' the first note being highest in pitch.