Paphos, Cyprus, Final Queries. (1 Viewer)

[AlanR]

Two birds seen last week at Paphos. I had both down as Dunnocks at first but now I'm not sure about either. I didn't see any other evidence of Dunnocks on the Island.
Alan

 

[Jacana]

black redstart i think.

 

[Brosnabirder]

Was thinking that too. Is that a rusty tail I see.

 

[KayD]

I think so too.

 

[dan pointon]

Both are Black Reds.

 

[AlanR]

OK, thanks.
There were lots of Black Redstarts looking like several different tpes of bird!
Alan

 

[kibrisbirds]

OK, thanks.
There were lots of Black Redstarts looking like several different tpes of bird!
Alan

Alan,
I was in North Cyprus for Christmas and was struck by how common Black Redstarts were - they were everywhere! The males and first winter/females are quite different which might explain them looking like different types.
I'm back in late March when the Spring migration is just getting under way - Spring in Cyprus - fantastic birding, can't wait!
Cheers
Colin.