Lowland Akalat
NameLowland Akalat
Common NameLowland Akalat
Scientific NameSheppardia lowei
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsFeatures a grey crown and nape, bright rufous-orange throat and upper breast, olive-brown back and wings, and a clean white lower breast and belly. The bill and legs are dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of soft, melancholic whistles, often described as plaintive. It may also produce buzzing or trilling notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Udzungwa Mountains and Southern Highlands of Tanzania, inhabiting montane and submontane evergreen forests.
Identifying FeaturesGrey head, Bright orange throat and chest, White belly, Olive-brown back, Shy behavior in dense undergrowth
Description
The Lowland Akalat is a small, shy passerine found in dense forest undergrowth. It is characterized by its striking grey head, vibrant orange throat and chest, and contrasting white belly. This species typically forages low to the ground, searching for invertebrates.
