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Bluethroat

Luscinia svecica

The Bluethroat is a small, colorful bird known for its bright blue throat and cheerful song. It loves to sing in the reeds and is often found near water, making it a delightful sight for birdwatchers.

Habitat: Wetlands

Appearance

The Bluethroat is a small, robin-sized songbird with a brownish back and a striking rufous-orange patch at the base of its tail. Males boast a vibrant blue throat patch outlined by a black, white, and rufous band. Females typically have a paler throat with dark flecks.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyMuscicapidaeGenusLuscinia
Bluethroat
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Bluethroat

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Bluethroat parents often build their cozy, cup-shaped nests hidden right on the ground.

Male Bluethroats fluff out their blue throat feathers to show off even more!

Some Bluethroats travel from Alaska to Southeast Asia every year!

Their amazing song can include up to 100 different imitations from other birds!

Special abilities

Ability

Mimic Master

Bluethroats can imitate other birds' songs and environmental sounds to impress mates.

Ability

Color Beacon

Males flash their vivid blue throat patch during courtship displays to attract females.

Ability

Long-Distance Flier

This small bird can migrate thousands of kilometers between continents each year.

Measurements & details

Length
13-14 cm
Wingspan
21-23 cm
Weight
0.012-0.023 kg
Lifespan
2-5 years
Clutch Size
4-7
Incubation
13-15 days
Migration Distance
6000 km

Diet & Feeding

These tiny birds mostly munch on small insects and spiders, occasionally enjoying a berry.

Primary Foods

  • Insects
  • Spiders
  • Larvae
  • Worms
  • Berries

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eats

red wood ant

Formica rufa

Bluethroats forage for ants and other insects.

eats

cross orbweaver

Araneus diadematus

Spiders are a common part of their insect diet.

eaten by

Eurasian sparrowhawk

Accipiter nisus

Small birds like Bluethroats are prey for raptors.

shelters

common reed

Phragmites australis

Nests are often hidden in dense reedbeds.

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch birds from a distance and be quiet so you don't scare them away.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Bluethroat?

13-14 cm

What is Bluethroat's wingspan?

21-23 cm

How much does Bluethroat weigh?

0.012-0.023 kg

How long does Bluethroat live?

2-5 years

What does Bluethroat eat?

These tiny birds mostly munch on small insects and spiders, occasionally enjoying a berry.

Where is Bluethroat usually found?

Wetlands

How does Bluethroat hunt?

Foraging

How many eggs does Bluethroat lay?

4-7

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