Blue-capped Redstart

Phoenicurus coeruleocephala

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Muscicapidae

Size:

15 cm

Weight:

13-17 g

Taxonomy:

(Vigors, 1831)

Short Description:

The Blue-capped Redstart (Phoenicurus caeruleocephalus) is a small bird species found in Pakistan. It has a distinctive blue cap on its head, black wings, and a rusty-orange belly. Males exhibit brighter colors than females, with a more intense blue cap.

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The Blue-capped Redstart primarily inhabits mountainous regions, including the Himalayas and Karakoram ranges. It is commonly found in forested areas, near streams, and in rocky terrain at elevations ranging from 1,500 to 3,000 meters above sea level.

This bird species is known for its agile and active behavior, often seen darting from rock to rock or flitting through foliage in search of insects, which form a significant part of its diet. It is territorial during the breeding season, with males defending their nesting sites vigorously. The Blue-capped Redstart is also known for its melodious song, which it uses for communication and courtship displays.

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