Mountain Chat

Mountain Chat

Myrmecocichla monticola

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Muscicapidae

About

The mountain chat or mountain wheatear is a small insectivorous passerine bird that is endemic to southwestern Africa.

Fun Fact

This non-migratory chat is resident in mountainous and rocky habitats in Namibia, Botswana, South Africa and southernmost Angola.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Eats insects and berries.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance