Daurian Redstart
Daurian Redstart (<em>Phoenicurus auroreus</em>) is a species of Chats, Old World Flycatchers (<em>Muscicapidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Daurian Redstart (Phoenicurus auroreus) is a species of Chats, Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A lively bird with an orange rump and tail; male has a gray crown and black throat; common in East Asian gardens and woods in winter; constantly flicks its tail.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Phoenicurus; binomial: Phoenicurus auroreus; authority: (Pallas, 1776). Typical size: 13-14cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: s China and ne India.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
