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Blue Rock-thrush
Monticola solitarius
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Least Concern
Wingspan
24.2 cm
Weight
53.5 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.2 cm | 9.5 in |
| Weight | 53.5 g | 1.89 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC,SA,CR,CV. Incubation: 12-15 days. Fledging: 15-18 days.
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Monticola |
| Species | Monticola solitarius |
Distribution
Blue Rock-thrush has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue Rock-thrush endangered?
The Blue Rock-thrush has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Blue Rock-thrush nest?
Nest type: HC,SA,CR,CV. Incubation: 12-15 days. Fledging: 15-18 days.
How big is the Blue Rock-thrush?
The Blue Rock-thrush has a wingspan of 24.2 cm, weight of 53.5 g.
What order and family does the Blue Rock-thrush belong to?
The Blue Rock-thrush (Monticola solitarius) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
Similar Birds
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Least Concern
African Forest-flycatcher
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Least Concern
African Stonechat
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Least Concern
Ala Shan Redstart
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Near Threatened
Amber Mountain Rock-thrush
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Endangered