Sunday, February 24, 2013

Daurian Redstart

The male Daurian Redstart is a small (15 cm), colourful bird with brownish-black face, back, throat and wings, and bright rufous underparts.  The crown and nape are grey with silvery edges.  There is a prominent white wing patch, and the central tail feathers are blackish, the rest of the tail being rufous.  The female is brownish overall, with a white wing patch, and rufous tail with dark brownish central feathers.  The bill and feet are black.The Daurian Redstart breeds in Siberia, northeast China, Tibet and Mongolia.  It is a common winter resident in most parts of Taiwan, from low to medium elevations, including secondary forest, clearings, gardens, and open areas near settlements.

 Female Daurian Redstart

 Female Daurian Redstart

Female Daurian Redstart

Male Daurian Redstart

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