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White-crowned Robin-Chat (Cossypha albicapillus)

White-crowned Robin-Chat

Cossypha albicapillus

Least Concern

Overview

The white-crowned robin-chat (Cossypha albicapillus) is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. It is typically assumed to be monogamous, though exceptions have been recorded.

Habitat

This species inhabits dry savanna and subtropical or tropical moist shrubland. Its range extends mainly across the western region of the Sudanian savanna.

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Although typically assumed to be monogamous, the species has exhibited at least one instance of cooperative breeding and possible multiple paternity.

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