Brown Rock Chat song and calls

Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Brown Rock Chat, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

The song is a pleasant, varied, and melodious warble, often incorporating mimicry of other bird species. It can be delivered from a prominent perch or in a short, undulating song-flight. The song is typically a series of clear, fluty notes interspersed with harsher sounds and trills.

Calls

Common calls include a sharp 'chek' or 'chick' and a harsher 'churr' or 'tack-tack'. An alarm call is a rapid series of 'chek-chek-chek' notes.

When they vocalize

Most vocal during the breeding season, from early morning to late evening. Calls can be heard year-round, especially when disturbed or interacting with conspecifics.

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