Rufous-tailed Palm-Thrush
- Scientific name
- Cichladusa ruficauda
- Family
- Muscicapidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Shrubland
- Wing shape
- Rounded
- Tail shape
- Pointed
Why it matters
The Rufous-tailed Palm-Thrush is a distinctive species of sub-Saharan Africa, recognized by its namesake rufous tail and a specialized, pointed tail shape that contrasts with its rounded wings. It is highly valued by birders and collectors for its elusive nature and its habit of dwelling within the specific canopy layers of palm groves, making sightings a rewarding challenge for those documenting the diversity of African avifauna.
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