White-throated Dipper

Cinclus cinclus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Cinclidae

About

The white-throated dipper, also known as the European dipper or just dipper, is an aquatic passerine bird found in Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent. The species is divided into several subspecies, based primarily on colour differences, particularly of the pectoral band.

Fun Fact

White-throated dippers are the only songbird that can swim, dive, and walk underwater, using their wings to 'fly' along stream beds while hunting aquatic insect larvae in fast-flowing mountain streams.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Fast-flowing streams and rivers

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

3-5 years

Threats

Dam Construction
Water Pollution

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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