Flame Robin
NameFlame Robin
Common NameFlame Robin
Scientific NamePetroica phoenicea
FamilyPetroicidae
Wingspan (cm)23
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a dark grey head, back, and wings, with a prominent white patch on the forehead and white wing bars. The throat, breast, and belly are a vibrant orange-red. Females are duller, mostly grey-brown with a rufous wash on the breast and a smaller white wing bar. Juveniles resemble females but are streaked.
Vocalization / CallTheir song is a sweet, musical series of notes, often described as 'you-may-come-if-you-will-to-the-sea'. They also emit sharp 'tick' or 'chip' alarm calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southeastern Australia, including Tasmania and the Bass Strait islands. They breed in montane forests and woodlands, moving to lower altitudes and more open habitats in winter.
Identifying Featuresbright orange-red breast and belly (male), dark grey upperparts (male), white forehead patch (male), white wing bars, small, stocky build
Description
The Flame Robin is a small, stocky passerine bird native to southeastern Australia. Males are striking with a bright orange-red breast and belly, contrasting with a dark grey back and head, and white markings. They are typically found in open eucalypt forests and woodlands, often foraging for insects on the ground.
