Crimson Chat (Epthianura tricolor) — Least Concern Aves

Crimson Chat

Epthianura tricolor

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Meliphagidae

About

The crimson chat is a species of small bird found in Australia. It is also known as the tricoloured chat, saltbush canary, and crimson-breasted nun.

Fun Fact

It is also known as the tricoloured chat, saltbush canary, and crimson-breasted nun.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in deserts, semi-arid regions, woodlands, grasslands and coastal shrublands in the central part of Australia from the west coast to the Great Dividing Range and from the tropics to the south coast.

Diet

Eat insects and spiders that are on the ground or in shrubs, and they can use their brush-like tongue to extract nectar or take seeds from flowers close to the ground.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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