Miombo Scrub Robin

Cercotrichas barbata

The Miombo scrub robin, known scientifically as Cercotrichas barbata, is a charming bird belonging to the Muscicapidae family. This avian species graces the African continent with its presence, particularly in regions such as Angola, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zambia.

Identification Tips

When endeavoring to identify the Miombo scrub robin, one should note its modest size and the subtle beauty of its plumage, which is well-suited to its natural habitat.

Habitat

The Miombo scrub robin thrives in subtropical or tropical dry forests, a habitat that provides it with the necessary cover and resources for its lifestyle.

Distribution

This species is distributed across a swath of the African continent, making its home in countries including Angola, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zambia.

Conservation status

BirdLife International has assessed the Miombo scrub robin as being of Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This status indicates that, currently, the species does not face an immediate threat of population decline significant enough to warrant a higher level of concern.

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