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Swynnerton's Robin

Swynnerton's Robin

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Swynnerton's Robin is a rare and highly localized forest bird, characterized by its olive-green upperparts, bright orange throat, and white belly. It is a shy inhabitant of dense, humid forests.
Where to spot
Highly localized to a few isolated montane forest patches in Eastern Africa, specifically in Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Tanzania. It prefers dense evergreen forests near streams.
How to spot
Requires dedicated effort to specific, protected forest sites. Look for its olive-green and orange coloration in dense undergrowth. Listening for its soft, high-pitched calls is often the only way to detect its presence.
When to spot
A resident species, observable year-round, but extremely challenging to find due to its rarity and secretive nature. Early morning is often the best time.
File:Swinnerton's Robin, Swynnertonia swynnertoni, Seldomseen, Vumba, Zimbabwe (21219410504).jpg
File:Swynnertonia swynnertoni, Seldomseen, Birding Weto, a.jpg
File:Swinnerton's Robin, Swynnertonia swynnertoni, Seldomseen, Vumba, Zimbabwe (21219410504).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Swynnertonia swynnertoni, Seldomseen, Birding Weto, a.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This robin is a 'relict' species, found in isolated forest patches that are remnants of once larger, more continuous forests, making it a critical indicator of habitat health and a high conservation priority.
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