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Cape Rock-Thrush

Cape Rock-Thrush

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The Cape Rock Thrush is a widespread and common species in Southern Africa, recognized by its slate-grey head and breast, contrasting with a rich rufous belly and tail. Females are similar but duller.
Where to spot
Endemic to Southern Africa, found throughout South Africa, Lesotho, and Eswatini, inhabiting rocky hills, mountains, gorges, and suburban gardens.
How to spot
Look for it perching conspicuously on rocks, buildings, or trees in rocky, open habitats. Its rufous belly and tail, along with its melodic song, are key identification features.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most vocal and easily seen during the breeding season (spring/summer), but active throughout the day.
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File:Cape Rock Thrush, Monticola rupestris at Marakele National Park, South Africa.jpg
File:Cape Rock Thrush, Monticola rupestris at Marakele National Park, South Africa (13936069287).jpg
File:Cape Rock Thrush, Monticola rupestris at Marakele National Park, South Africa (13936072177).jpg
File:Cape Rock Thrush, Monticola rupestris at Marakele National Park, South Africa (14099568796).jpg
File:Cape Rock Thrush, Monticola rupestris at Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa -- FEMALE (15514996281).jpg
File:Female Cape Rock Thrush (Monticola rupestris).jpg
File:Monticola rupestris -Marakele National Park, South Africa -male-8 (1).jpg
File:Cape Rock-thrush (Monticola rupestris) (6888389294).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Rock Thrush, Monticola rupestris at Marakele National Park, South Africa.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Rock Thrush, Monticola rupestris at Marakele National Park, South Africa (13936069287).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Rock Thrush, Monticola rupestris at Marakele National Park, South Africa (13936072177).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Rock Thrush, Monticola rupestris at Marakele National Park, South Africa (14099568796).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Rock Thrush, Monticola rupestris at Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, Gauteng, South Africa -- FEMALE (15514996281).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Female Cape Rock Thrush (Monticola rupestris).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Monticola rupestris -Marakele National Park, South Africa -male-8 (1).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is renowned for its beautiful, varied song, which is often delivered from a prominent perch and can mimic other birds' calls.
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