Black Redstart
Phoenicurus ochruros
A charcoal-grey bird with a bright orange-red tail. Males can show a dusky black breast, while females and juveniles are paler. Can be spotted perched on rocks or buildings, flicking their tail. Around Lihou, they’re typically found in migration or winter, looking for insects along rocky shores.
- Habitat: Rocky coasts, urban rubble, or cliff faces; also known to nest on buildings.
- When to See: Passage migrant or winter visitor
- Diet / Food: Insects, small invertebrates, some berries.
- Length: 14–15 cm