The Great Parrotbill is a truly large and impressive parrotbill species found in the mountains of the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. Its sheer size sets it apart.
Where to spot
Found in the eastern Himalayas (northeast India, Bhutan, northern Myanmar) and southwestern China (Yunnan, Sichuan). Inhabits dense temperate and subtropical montane forests, especially with bamboo thickets.
How to spot
Its large size and powerful, conical bill are key identification features. Often found in small, noisy flocks, crashing through dense bamboo. Listen for its loud, deep, and often harsh calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active during the day. Best observed during the breeding season (spring-summer) when they are more vocal and may be easier to locate.
Where to spot
Found in the eastern Himalayas (northeast India, Bhutan, northern Myanmar) and southwestern China (Yunnan, Sichuan). Inhabits dense temperate and subtropical montane forests, especially with bamboo thickets.
How to spot
Its large size and powerful, conical bill are key identification features. Often found in small, noisy flocks, crashing through dense bamboo. Listen for its loud, deep, and often harsh calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active during the day. Best observed during the breeding season (spring-summer) when they are more vocal and may be easier to locate.
As its name suggests, it is the largest species of parrotbill, with a remarkably stout bill perfectly adapted for crushing large seeds and bamboo shoots.
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