Pied Wheatear

Oenanthe pleschanka

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Muscicapidae

Size:

14.5-16 cm

Weight:

16-22 g

Taxonomy:

(Lepechin, 1770)

Short Description:

The Pied Wheatear (Oenanthe pleschanka) is a small, migratory bird found in Pakistan. It has distinctive black and white plumage with a black mask on its face. The male has a white crown and nape, while the female has a brownish-gray crown and nape. It prefers open habitats such as rocky areas, deserts, and scrublands.

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The Pied Wheatear is primarily found in the western regions, including Balochistan and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. It is known to breed in these areas during the summer months before migrating southwards during winter.

Pied Wheatears are solitary birds except during the breeding season. They forage on the ground, feeding mainly on insects and occasionally seeds. Their breeding season typically begins in spring, during which they build nests in rocky crevices or among stones. They are known for their distinctive bobbing and tail-wagging movements while foraging. During migration, they traverse long distances, often seen in flocks along their migratory routes.