Congo Moor Chat
NameCongo Moor Chat
Common NameCongo Moor Chat
Scientific NameMyrmecocichla tholloni
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dull brown-grey, often appearing slightly mottled. Underparts are paler, whitish-buff, sometimes with faint streaking on the breast. Wings and tail are darker brown. A subtle pale supercilium may be present.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of chattering, whistling, and sometimes harsh notes. They can produce complex songs.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central Africa, ranging from Gabon and Congo eastward through parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo to Uganda, and south into Angola and Zambia.
Identifying FeaturesBrownish-grey upperparts, Paler whitish-buff underparts, Relatively short tail, Often perches conspicuously, Found in open, often grassy or savanna habitats
Description
The Congo Moor Chat is a small, rather plain chat with a brownish-grey plumage and paler underparts. It typically perches prominently in open habitats, often flicking its tail. This species is known for its insectivorous diet.
