Sombre Rock Chat
NameSombre Rock Chat
Common NameSombre Rock Chat
Scientific NamePinarornis plumosus
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)31
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)45
Plumage DetailsAdults are uniformly dark sooty-brown or grey-brown, with slightly paler underparts. The tail is dark, appearing blackish. Juveniles are similar but may show faint mottling.
Vocalization / CallIts song is varied, melodious, and fluty, incorporating whistles and trills. It also produces harsh alarm calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to southern Africa, primarily found in Zimbabwe, Botswana, and parts of South Africa.
Identifying FeaturesUniformly dark sooty-brown plumage, Relatively large size for a chat, Prefers rocky, wooded habitats, Melodious, fluty song
Description
This medium-sized chat is characterized by its uniformly dark sooty-brown plumage. It typically forages on the ground and in low vegetation among rocky outcrops and dry woodlands, often singing a melodious song.
