Boulder Chat

Pinarornis plumosus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Muscicapidae

About

The boulder chat is a species of bird in the thrush family Turdidae native to dry woodland and savanna in Southern Africa. It is the only species in the monotypic genus Pinarornis.

Fun Fact

He introduced a new genus specifically for this species and coined the binomial name Pinarornis plumosus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits well-wooded savanna terrain with large granite boulders or scree, usually in woodland areas, especially miombo.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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