Abyssinian Wheatear vs Common Redstart
Oenanthe lugubris compared with Phoenicurus phoenicurus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Wheatear | Common Redstart |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oenanthe lugubris | Phoenicurus phoenicurus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Muscicapidae | Muscicapidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 15.6 cm (6.1 in) |
| Weight | 25.0 g (0.88 oz) | 15.5 g (0.55 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 5-8 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Wheatear
Least Concern
Common Redstart
About These Birds
Abyssinian Wheatear
The Abyssinian Wheatear is a passerine weighing about 25g found on rocky slopes across the Horn of Africa. Its dark plumage with a contrasting white rump is typical of the wheatear family.