White-bellied Robin-Chat
NameWhite-bellied Robin-Chat
Common NameWhite-bellied Robin-Chat
Scientific NameCossyphicula roberti
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)17.5
Plumage DetailsFeatures a dark greyish-brown head with a blackish face and lores, sharply contrasting with a vibrant rufous-orange throat and breast. The lower belly is pure white, while the flanks are greyish. The back and wings are dark olive-brown.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its rich and varied song, which is melodious and often includes whistles, trills, and mimicry of other bird species.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in fragmented populations across montane forests of West and Central Africa, including parts of Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Nigeria, and Bioko island.
Identifying Featuresdark greyish-brown head, bright rufous-orange breast, white belly, shy behavior in dense undergrowth, melodious song
Description
A small, shy robin-chat typically found in the dense undergrowth of montane forests. It is characterized by its dark head, bright rufous-orange breast, and contrasting white belly, often foraging on the ground for insects.
