White-throated Robin
NameWhite-throated Robin
Common NameWhite-throated Robin
Scientific NameIrania gutturalis
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)24.5
Plumage DetailsMales have slate-grey upperparts, wings, and tail. The face and throat are black, sharply contrasting with a prominent white supercilium (eyebrow stripe) and a white patch on the side of the neck. The underparts are a rich rufous-orange, fading to paler on the belly. Females are duller, with brownish-grey upperparts, a less distinct facial pattern, and paler rufous underparts.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of clear, fluty, and melodious whistles, often delivered from a prominent perch. It can include trills and warbles, while alarm calls are typically harsh 'chak' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds in Western Asia, from Turkey and the Caucasus eastward to Central Asia. Winters in East Africa (including Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya, Tanzania) and the Arabian Peninsula.
Identifying FeaturesSlate-grey upperparts, Rufous-orange underparts, Black face and throat (male), White supercilium (male), Upright posture with cocked tail
Description
A migratory chat known for its striking plumage, often seen perching upright with a cocked tail. Males feature slate-grey upperparts, a black face and throat with a prominent white supercilium, and rich rufous-orange underparts. They inhabit arid and semi-arid scrublands and rocky slopes.
