White-browed Bush Chat

Saxicola macrorhynchus

Chats, Old World Flycatchers, and Allies · Passeriformes · Rare

The White-browed Bush Chat (Saxicola macrorhynchus) is a rare chats, old world flycatchers, and alli found in 2 countries, weighing about 15 g. The white-browed bush chat, also known as Stoliczka's bushchat, is an Old World flycatcher in the genus Saxicola.

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About the White-browed Bush Chat

The white-browed bush chat, also known as Stoliczka's bushchat, is an Old World flycatcher in the genus Saxicola. The alternative name is after the discoverer, geologist and explorer Ferdinand Stoliczka.

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Where it lives

Recorded as a rare visitor in Pakistan.

When to see it

Best months: January, February, March, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in December. It is a winter visitor species across most of its range.

Easily confused with

Quick questions

What does a White-browed Bush Chat look like?
The white-browed bush chat, also known as Stoliczka's bushchat, is an Old World flycatcher in the genus Saxicola.
How big is a White-browed Bush Chat?
The White-browed Bush Chat is a small sized bird weighing about 15 g.
Where can you see a White-browed Bush Chat?
The White-browed Bush Chat occurs in 2 countries, including India.
What birds look similar to a White-browed Bush Chat?
The White-browed Bush Chat is most easily confused with the White-bellied Bush Chat, the Jerdon's Bush Chat and the Canary Islands Stonechat.
Is the White-browed Bush Chat endangered?
The White-browed Bush Chat is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

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