Ashy Robin
A species of Thicket Robins Scientific name : Heteromyias albispecularis Genus : Thicket Robins
Ashy Robin, A species of Thicket Robins
Botanical name: Heteromyias albispecularis
Genus: Thicket Robins
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Photo By Lars Petersson 
Description
Measuring 15 to 18 cm (5.9 to 7.1 in), the ashy robin is a large and solidly built robin. It has a sooty black head and cheeks, with a white stripe extending backwards and upwards from the eyes. It has a white throat darkening to buff underparts and olive-brown upperparts. There is a white patch on the otherwise dark-plumaged wing. The bill is grey-black, the eyes are dark brown, and the legs pale pink. 
Size
18 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Ashy Robin is insectivorous, consuming ants, beetles, phasmids, centipedes, and earthworms. It employs gleaning or snatching techniques, frequently foraging on the ground, showcasing its specialized feeding habits.
Habitat
The ashy Robin is typically found in montane forests. These environments are characterized by dense tree coverage and a cool, moist climate, supporting a diverse ecosystem that offers ample food and shelter. The bird favors mature forest regions with a rich understory layer, which are widespread across broader geographical regions with such altitudinal forest zones.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Distribution Area
The ashy robin is found across the mountain ranges of New Guinea (in both West Papua and Papua New Guinea) from 1,400 to 2,600 m (4,600 to 8,500 ft). Within the rainforest it is found singly or occasionally in pairs in the understory or on the ground.
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Australasian robins Genus
Thicket Robins Species
Ashy Robin 
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