Miombo Rock-Thrush
NameMiombo Rock-Thrush
Common NameMiombo Rock-Thrush
Scientific NameMonticola angolensis
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)47.5
Plumage DetailsMales have a slate-grey head, nape, and upper back, often with fine darker mottling. Their wings and tail are dark grey, with rufous outer tail feathers. The throat, breast, belly, and undertail coverts are a bright rufous-orange. Females are duller, with grey-brown upperparts and mottled or barred underparts.
Vocalization / CallTheir song is melodious and fluty, consisting of clear whistles and trills. Alarm calls are typically harsh, churring notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the miombo woodlands of south-central Africa, including Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Mozambique.
Identifying FeaturesMale's slate-grey upperparts contrasting with bright rufous-orange underparts, Thrush-like build, Dark bill and legs, Found specifically in miombo woodlands
Description
The Miombo Rock-Thrush is a medium-sized thrush-like bird found in the miombo woodlands of south-central Africa. Males are striking with their slate-grey upperparts and vibrant rufous-orange underparts, while females are duller. They typically perch conspicuously on trees or rocky outcrops, foraging for insects.
