Brown Dipper
Brown Dipper
100
2 weeks ago
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100
A stout, dark brown aquatic passerine bird found along fast-flowing rivers and streams across Asia. It is unique among passerines for its ability to forage underwater.
Where to spot
Fast-flowing, clear rivers and mountain streams in Central, East, and Southeast Asia, from the Himalayas to Japan and Korea.
How to spot
Look for a dark, plump bird bobbing on rocks in the middle of a clear, fast-moving stream. Observe its characteristic dipping motion and watch for it plunging into the water.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during daylight hours, often seen bobbing on rocks or diving for food.
Where to spot
Fast-flowing, clear rivers and mountain streams in Central, East, and Southeast Asia, from the Himalayas to Japan and Korea.
How to spot
Look for a dark, plump bird bobbing on rocks in the middle of a clear, fast-moving stream. Observe its characteristic dipping motion and watch for it plunging into the water.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during daylight hours, often seen bobbing on rocks or diving for food.
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The Brown Dipper can walk on the bottom of swift rivers, using its strong legs to grip rocks, and can even swim underwater using its wings to 'fly' through the water.
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Spotted
- Recently spotted
- 291 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 2 weeks ago
Monthly observations
2 observations
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