About the Rockrunner
The rockrunner, also known as the Damara rock-jumper, is a species of African warbler, formerly placed in the family Sylviidae. It is the only member of the monotypic genus Achaetops. It is found in Angola and Namibia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | African Warblers (Macrosphenidae) |
| Species | Achaetops pycnopygius |
| Species Codes | damroc1, ROCK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rockrunner belong to?
The Rockrunner (Achaetops pycnopygius) belongs to the African Warblers family (Macrosphenidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rockrunner?
The rockrunner, also known as the Damara rock-jumper, is a species of African warbler, formerly placed in the family Sylviidae. It is the only member of the monotypic genus Achaetops. It is found in Angola and Namibia....
Where can I report a Rockrunner sighting?
You can log sightings of Rockrunner on eBird (ebird.org) using species code damroc1, or on iNaturalist.
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