White-crowned Robin-Chat

Ptilostomus afer

The White-crowned Robin-Chat (Ptilostomus afer) is a medium-sized passerine bird found in sub-Saharan Africa. It is known for its distinctive white crown and black plumage, with a white belly and rufous undertail coverts. This species is often found in dense undergrowth and forest edges, where it forages for insects and small invertebrates. The White-crowned Robin-Chat is known for its melodic and varied song, which it uses to communicate and establish territory. While not currently considered threatened, habitat loss and fragmentation are potential concerns for this species.

Habitat: Dense undergrowth and forest edges

White-crowned Robin-Chat
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