Birds of Namibia Introduction: Spotting a yellow-bellied
eremomela (Eremomela icteropygialis) is far more likely in
savannah woodland than in shrubland or a rocky hillside or a
garden. Groups of up to 8 are usual.Distribution: Of the 6
species recorded in southern Africa, 3 are found in Namibia.
E.i. icteropygialis prefer the central and southern regions of
Namibia, E.i. sharpei dominate the north and some north-eastern
regions, whilst E.i. viriitincta are confined to the
Kwando/Chobe/Zambezi River systems. Diet: Searches twigs and
foliage, working from the base up to the tops of bushes for
termites, beetles, ants, caterpillars, fruits, seeds and
nectar.Description: Yellow-rump (icteropygialis), greyish white
breast and upper belly, brownish grey tail and pale olive to
brownish-grey crown to upper tail colouring. Breeding: A nest
consists of a tidy thin-walled cup made of dry grass and plant
fibres, bound by spider web. In May, the female lays 2 or 3 eggs
which are incubated for around 14 days. Size: 10cm. We