Boulder Chat
NameBoulder Chat
Common NameBoulder Chat
Scientific NamePinarornis plumosus
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)21.5
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsUniform sooty brown to dark grey plumage across the body. The most prominent feature is the white tips on the outer tail feathers, which are particularly noticeable in flight or when the tail is fanned. The bill and legs are black.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a distinctive, melodious, fluty song often delivered from a prominent perch. Also produces various harsh alarm calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Southern Africa, primarily found in Zimbabwe, Botswana, and parts of South Africa and Namibia.
Identifying Featuresdark sooty plumage, long tail with white outer tips, often perches on rocks, melodious fluty song
Description
A medium-sized, dark chat characterized by its sooty brown plumage and a long tail with distinctive white outer tips. It is typically found in rocky savanna and woodland habitats, often foraging on the ground or among boulders.
