The Blue-winged Barwing is a small, active babbler characterized by its bright blue wing and tail feathers, which contrast strikingly with its grey head and rufous-brown body. It is a highly social species.
Where to spot
Widespread across the Himalayas, mainland Southeast Asia, and southern China. Inhabits montane evergreen and mixed broadleaf forests, often in the mid-canopy and understory.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, often high-pitched chattering calls. Look for its rapid movements through the foliage. The bright blue on its wings and tail are unmistakable identification features.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active throughout the day, often observed in noisy mixed-species feeding flocks, particularly in the mornings.
Where to spot
Widespread across the Himalayas, mainland Southeast Asia, and southern China. Inhabits montane evergreen and mixed broadleaf forests, often in the mid-canopy and understory.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, often high-pitched chattering calls. Look for its rapid movements through the foliage. The bright blue on its wings and tail are unmistakable identification features.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active throughout the day, often observed in noisy mixed-species feeding flocks, particularly in the mornings.
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Despite its vibrant coloration, this species can be challenging to photograph in its natural habitat due to its constant movement and preference for dense canopy.
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