The Black-faced Warbler is a distinctive species with a prominent black mask, olive-green upperparts, and bright yellow underparts. It is an active bird found in montane forests.
Where to spot
Inhabits broadleaf and mixed montane forests, often with bamboo or rhododendron, across parts of the Himalayas and Southeast Asia.
How to spot
Look for its unmistakable black face and yellow belly. It is an active bird, often seen gleaning insects from foliage in the mid-canopy or undergrowth. Its calls are high-pitched.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident range. Most vocal during the breeding season (spring/summer).
Where to spot
Inhabits broadleaf and mixed montane forests, often with bamboo or rhododendron, across parts of the Himalayas and Southeast Asia.
How to spot
Look for its unmistakable black face and yellow belly. It is an active bird, often seen gleaning insects from foliage in the mid-canopy or undergrowth. Its calls are high-pitched.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident range. Most vocal during the breeding season (spring/summer).
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its striking black face contrasts sharply with its bright yellow underparts, making it relatively easy to identify compared to many other subtle warbler species.
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