Przevalski's Redstart
A species of Typical Redstarts Scientific name : Phoenicurus alaschanicus Genus : Typical Redstarts
Przevalski's Redstart, A species of Typical Redstarts
Botanical name: Phoenicurus alaschanicus
Genus: Typical Redstarts
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Photo By Don Roberson
Description
Przevalski's redstart (Phoenicurus alaschanicus), also known as the Ala Shan redstart, is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to China. Its natural habitat is temperate forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Size
16 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Feeding Habits
Przevalski's Redstart primarily consumes berries, particularly in autumn. Specific feeding behaviors and dietary adaptations are not well-documented.
Habitat
The habitat of przevalski's Redstart includes dense scrub-covered hillsides, bush-dotted riverine plains, and the upper montane forest belt characterized by coniferous trees. These birds favor environments with loose rocks and ample vegetation like Berberis and Hippophae bushes, as well as Nitraria schoberi during seasonal migration. They typically inhabit regions that experience a transition from rich, scrubby vegetation to sparser upper forest zones.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Don Roberson
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Old world flycatchers Genus
Typical Redstarts Species
Przevalski's Redstart