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Black-headed Shrike-Babbler

Black-headed Shrike-Babbler

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The Rufous-bellied Shrike-babbler is a colorful and active songbird found in the Asian highlands, characterized by its distinctive rufous underparts and robust bill. It often joins mixed-species foraging flocks in dense forest.
Where to spot
Found in the Himalayan foothills and mountains of Southeast Asia, including parts of India, China, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. It inhabits montane evergreen and broadleaf forests.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive rufous belly and prominent bill. Listen for its clear, whistled calls, often given from dense foliage. Search within mixed-species foraging flocks that move through the forest mid-story to canopy.
When to spot
Active year-round within its resident mountain range. Most vocal during the breeding season (spring/summer). Best observed in the mornings.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Shrike-babblers are notable for their shrike-like hooked bills, which they use to grasp and tear apart insects or small fruits, showcasing their predatory and omnivorous tendencies.
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