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SPECIES PROFILE
Black Redstart (Phoenicurus ochruros)
Phoenicurus
IUCN STATUS
Least Concern
CONSERVATION STATUS
Least Concern
CLASS
Aves
GEOGRAPHICAL RANGE
Europe, Asia
DIET
Insectivorous
HABITAT
Urban, rocky areas
🔬 Classification
PHYLUM
Chordata
CLASS
Aves
ORDER
Passeriformes
FAMILY
Muscicapidae
GENUS
Phoenicurus
📋 Description
SIZE
13-14 cm body, 14-20 g
COLORATION
Black, red tail
ADAPTATIONS
Urban, red tail wagging
🌿 Ecology
HABITAT
Urban, rocky areas
DIET
Insectivorous
GEOGRAPHIC RANGE
Europe, Asia
REPRODUCTION
4-6 eggs, 1-2 broods per year
DIET DETAILS
Insects
⚠️ Threats & Conservation
PRIMARY THREATS
Habitat loss
💡 Interesting Facts
1
The Black Redstart is a small black bird with a constantly wagging red tail. It is common in urban and rocky areas.
2
It often nests on buildings and is increasing in cities.
🔭 Sighting Guide
📍 BEST PLACES TO SIGHT
London UK
🗓️ BEST TIME TO SIGHT
Year-round
🎯 SIGHTING TIPS
Look for small bird with red tail in urban areas.
