Arabian Serin Serinus rothschildi is a
rather scarce resident of the south-west highlands occurring in scrubland and
acacia sites, where they have been seen regularly on Raydah escarpment at
Raydah Farm and at the farm at the bottom of the escarpment by the village. Birds
have also been seen at Tanoumah as well as in the Raghadan Forest area of Al Baha
and further north to Taif, where good numbers can be seen at certain times. Also
occurs in the lower elevation Tihama around Jebal Gaha where a few have been
seen. In 1987 it was recorded more frequently than in 2010, suggesting a
possible decline in numbers.
