Blue rock thrush

The blue rock thrush is a striking songbird with a thrush-like build, found across southern Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It perches on rocky outcrops and cliffs, singing its melodic tunes. This bird holds the special honor of being Malta's national bird.

• Originally classified in the thrush family, but now considered an Old World flycatcher.
• Breeds from southern Europe all the way to northern China and Malaysia.
• Males have a vivid blue-gray plumage that stands out against rocky habitats.