Mountain wheatear is 18–20 cm long, and like other wheatears, it has a distinctive tail pattern, with a white rump and outer tail feathers. Its legs and pointed bill are black. The male is very variable in plumage, although the tail pattern and a white shoulder patch are always present.
The mountain wheatear measures 18–20 cm in length and boasts a distinctive tail pattern, similar to other wheatears, with a white rump and outer tail feathers. Its legs and bill are black, while the male's plumage varies greatly, yet the tail pattern and white shoulder patch remain consistent.