Common Stonechat
Saxicola torquata
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The extent of chestnut or black on the underparts of the common stonechat varies. Generally seen in forest or forest edge at higher altitude, they can also be seen in marshes. They feed on insects, larvae, seeds, nectar. The male above was seen in Arusha NP (2-11), courtesy of Colin Beale.
 
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All unattributed images on this website are:
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Valéry Schollaert, Colin Beale

Last Update this page: 08-26-11