The Mountain Chat is a robust, relatively large chat, known for its dark plumage and association with high-altitude, rocky environments. Its coloration provides good camouflage.
Where to spot
Found in Southern Africa, inhabiting rocky hills, mountains, and inselbergs, especially in drier, higher altitude regions.
How to spot
Search in rocky, mountainous terrain. Look for it perching on prominent rocks or foraging on the ground between boulders. Its generally dark appearance requires good light for positive identification.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during the cooler parts of the day, particularly mornings and late afternoons.
Where to spot
Found in Southern Africa, inhabiting rocky hills, mountains, and inselbergs, especially in drier, higher altitude regions.
How to spot
Search in rocky, mountainous terrain. Look for it perching on prominent rocks or foraging on the ground between boulders. Its generally dark appearance requires good light for positive identification.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during the cooler parts of the day, particularly mornings and late afternoons.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is highly adapted to montane conditions, often seen hopping actively among rocks and boulders, even in chilly, windswept areas.
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