Blackthroat
Blackthroat (<em>Calliope obscura</em>) is a species of Chats, Old World Flycatchers (<em>Muscicapidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Blackthroat (Calliope obscura) is a species of Chats, Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Calliope; binomial: Calliope obscura; authority: (Berezowski & Bianchi, 1891).
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: se Asia.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
See Alström et al. (2013) re valid species status of Blackthroat vs. Firethroat.
