Blue Rock Thrush

Monticola solitarius

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Brief #

All blue-grey plumage apart from its darker wings.

Synonyms #

  • Roquero solitario (Spanish)
  • Merlo azul (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Blue Rock Thrush is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

The breeding male of the nominate subspecies is unmistakable, with all blue-grey plumage apart from its darker wings. Females and immatures are much less striking, with dark brown upperparts, and paler brown scaly underparts.

Measurements #

Length: 20 - 23 cm
Wingspan: 33 - 37 cm
Weight: 57 - 64 g