Orange-breasted Forest Robin
NameOrange-breasted Forest Robin
Common NameOrange-breasted Forest Robin
Scientific NameStiphrornis erythrothorax
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsMales have a black head, dark olive-brown upperparts, a vibrant orange throat and breast, and a white belly. Females are similar but often have a browner head and slightly duller orange on the breast. Juveniles are mottled brown.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin whistles, often ascending or descending, sometimes incorporating trills.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in West and Central Africa, ranging from Sierra Leone east to Uganda and south to Angola.
Identifying FeaturesVibrant orange breast, Dark head and upperparts, White belly, Small size, Forest habitat
Description
A small, shy passerine bird found in the undergrowth of dense tropical forests. It is characterized by its striking orange breast, contrasting with dark upperparts and a white belly. This species typically forages for insects in the lower strata of its forest habitat.
