Alpine Accentor

Prunella immaculata

The Alpine Accentor (Prunella immaculata) is a small passerine bird found in the mountainous regions of southern Europe and Asia. It is characterized by its grey-brown plumage, with a distinctive white throat and breast. This species is known for its agile and acrobatic foraging behavior, often seen hopping and running along rocky terrain in search of insects and seeds. The Alpine Accentor is well-adapted to its alpine habitat, where it can be found at high elevations, often above the tree line. While not currently considered threatened, potential impacts from climate change and human disturbance in its mountainous habitat may pose future conservation challenges for this species.

Habitat: Alpine and subalpine rocky areas