Brown-backed Scrub Robin

Cercotrichas podobe

The Brown-backed Scrub Robin (Cercotrichas podobe) is a small passerine bird found in eastern Africa. It is known for its distinctive brown back and white underparts, with a reddish-brown tail. This species is often found in dry thornbush and scrub habitats, where it forages for insects and small invertebrates. The Brown-backed Scrub Robin is known for its melodious song, which it uses to communicate and establish territories. While not currently assessed by the IUCN, this species is generally considered to be of least concern due to its widespread distribution and stable population.

Habitat: Dry thornbush and scrub habitats