Bird
Moussier's Redstart
Phoenicurus moussieriAlso known as Atlas Redstart
Moussier's redstarts are striking, compact flycatchers endemic to the shrublands and open pine-oak woodlands of North Africa's Atlas region. Males sport a vivid chestnut breast, black head with a prominent broad white eye-stripe, and a bright orange-red tail that twitches characteristically when perched. Females present softer buff and brownish tones, blending seamlessly into rocky slopes where they forage for small invertebrates and berries.
InsectivoreEndemicMountain Species
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & preyCaterpillars, Beetles, Spiders
Predators
- Domestic cats
- Raptors
- Snakes
ThreatsHabitat degradation, scrub clearance, extreme drought
HabitatsRocky hillsides, scrubland, open pine and oak woodlands, mountain slopes
Life span3–6 years
Classification
- FamilyMuscicapidae
- SpeciesPhoenicurus moussieri
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
- Observation: Scan exposed rocks and low bushes where males perch to signal territory.
- Listening: Listen for their short, melodic warbling song punctuated by harsh call notes.
- Ethics: Keep a respectful distance near nesting crevices to avoid disturbing breeding pairs.
Image unavailableRegional Neighbor 
Close Relative Jerzy Strzelecki / CC BY-SA 3.0 · cc-by-sa
Close Relative El Golli Mohamed / CC BY-SA 4.0 · cc-by-sa
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