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Birds and Butterflies of Rhodes
RODOPTERA
Oenanthe isabellina
Isabelline wheatear. Greek: αμμoπετρόκλης. Massari, April 2023.
Rare passage migrant. Length 16-18 cm, wingspan 25-25 cm. Sexes similar. Solitary during migration stopovers. Rocky slopes and plateaux, open country with sparse scrub. Feeds on insects, occasionally seeds. Restless, flitting about low above ground. Perches momentarily on high rocks, bush tops. Keeps upright posture, swings and flares tail. Chirping and whistling calls. Lark-like song includes mimicry.
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