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Blue-fronted Redstart

Blue-fronted Redstart

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The Blue-fronted Redstart is a medium-sized passerine bird with striking sexual dimorphism; males boast a vibrant blue forehead and rich orange-red underparts. It is a denizen of high-altitude environments.
Where to spot
Found across the Himalayas, Tibetan Plateau, and into parts of Southeast Asia, typically inhabiting rocky slopes, alpine meadows, and scrubland at high elevations.
How to spot
Look on rocky slopes, boulder fields, and sparse vegetation in mountainous terrain. Observe its habit of flicking its rufous tail, a common redstart characteristic. Listen for its simple, warbling song.
When to spot
Present year-round in much of its range, though some populations may descend to lower altitudes during harsh winters. Most active during breeding season (spring/summer).
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Blue-fronted Redstart (Phoenicurus frontalis) (48215463147).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Blue-fronted Redstart (Phoenicurus frontalis) - 48739623372.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Blue-fronted Redstart (Phoenicurus frontalis) - 48828011398.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Males often display their vibrant plumage prominently, perching on rocks or low branches in open areas, making them relatively easier to spot than some other montane species.
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