Saxicola torquatus
The Stonechat is a small, stocky, robin-like bird with a distinctive appearance.
Males have a black head, white half-collar, and orange-red breast, contrasting with brown upperparts and a white patch on the wings. The tail and rump are black.
Females are duller, with a brown head and less contrasting plumage. Juveniles resemble females but have spotted upperparts and a scaly pattern on the breast.
Length
11.5cm to 13cm
Wingspan
18cm to 21cm
Weight
13g to 17g
Woodland
Garden
Wetland
Coastal
Urban
Farmland
Grassland
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Mountain
Savanna
Stonechats inhabit open areas with low vegetation, including heathland, coastal dunes, and rough grassland. They prefer habitats with scattered bushes or brambles for perching and nesting.
They are widespread in Europe, with resident populations in the UK and Ireland. Some northern populations migrate south for winter, while others are partial migrants or residents, depending on local climate conditions.
Sea level to 3,200 meters
Temperate, Subtropical
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