Whinchat
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About the Whinchat
Also known as: European Whinchat, Marsh Bushchat
The taxonomical classification of the Whinchat has changed over time as we learn more about DNA. Previously categorized with the thrush family, the Whinchat is now considered to be closely related to Old World flycatchers.
Whinchats are ground nesters; females create a nest of moss and dried grasses with a soft lining of fur or hairs. They feed mainly on insects as well as spiders, worms, and other very small invertebrates.
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Details & Statistics
Added to Birdorable
Hatched June 23, 2016
Scientific Name
Saxicola rubetra
Bird Family
Measurements
Length:
4.7 to 5.5 inches
(11.9 to 14 cm)
Weight:
.46 to .92 ounces
(13 to 26.1 grams)
Range
International Names
Chinese
草原石(即鸟)
Czech
bramborníček hnědý
Danish
Bynkefugl
Dutch
Paapje
Finnish
pensastasku
French
Tarier des prés
German
Braunkehlchen
Italian
Stiaccino
Japanese
マミジロノビタキ [mamijironobitaki]
Norwegian
Buskskvett
Polish
pokląskwa
Portuguese
Cartaxo-nortenho
Russian
Луговой чекан
Spanish
Tarabilla Norteña
Swedish
Buskskvätta
