Luzon Water Redstart
NameLuzon Water Redstart
Common NameLuzon Water Redstart
Scientific NameRhyacornis luzoniensis
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)15.5
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsMales have a dark blue-grey head, back, and breast, with bright rufous-orange on the belly, vent, and outer tail feathers. The wings are dark brown. Females are duller, predominantly greyish-brown with a rufous rump and tail.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a thin, high-pitched 'tsee-tsee' or 'tsip-tsip' call, often given while foraging. The song is a simple, warbling phrase.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Luzon in the northern Philippines.
Identifying FeaturesDark blue-grey upperparts and rufous-orange underparts (male), Associated with fast-flowing mountain streams, Small size with a relatively long tail, Often bobs its tail
Description
The Luzon Water Redstart is a small, striking passerine bird endemic to the Philippines. Males exhibit dark blue-grey upperparts contrasting with vibrant rufous-orange underparts and tail. They are typically found near fast-flowing mountain streams, where they actively forage for aquatic insects.
