White-throated Dipper

Hedydipna platura

The White-throated Dipper is a small, stout bird with a distinctive white throat and chestnut-brown plumage. It is known for its unique behavior of diving and walking underwater to forage for aquatic invertebrates. This species is typically found along fast-flowing streams and rivers in mountainous regions of Europe and Asia. The White-throated Dipper is an excellent indicator of water quality due to its sensitivity to pollution. It builds its nest in crevices near waterfalls or under bridges. Despite its specialized habitat requirements, the White-throated Dipper is a resilient species, but it faces threats from habitat degradation and pollution.

Habitat: Fast-flowing streams and rivers in mountainous regions