Luzon Water Redstart

Luzon Water Redstart

Phoenicurus bicolor

Near Threatened

Aves · Passeriformes · Muscicapidae

About

The Luzon water redstart, also known as the Luzon redstart, is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to the Philippines found primarily on Luzon with no records in Mindoro since 1965. Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forest, tropical moist montane forest, and rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forest, tropical moist montane forest, and rivers.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits the sides of clean, fast-flowing mountain streams and rivers, above 300 m.

Diet

Diet includes small invertebrates taken from the water's edge or in flight.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change