Endemic to the Chatham Islands, the Black Robin is black in both sexes and active in the lower forest strata. It relies on continuous forest interior and is reluctant to venture into open areas.
Both sexes are completely black at all ages, though juveniles may show subtle pale crown streaks. Holding its large head close to the body makes it look round.
It is active in the lower forest strata and feeds, breeds, and socializes almost entirely inside forest. It favors continuous forest with a closed canopy and dense understory.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.