Grey-sided Shortwing
Grey-sided Shortwing
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A shy and terrestrial bird of the forest understory, characterized by its grey flanks. It is often heard but rarely seen.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests in Vietnam, Laos, and parts of southern China.
How to spot
Listen for its high-pitched, repetitive call emanating from dense thickets. Patience is needed for visual identification.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Vocalizations are most frequent during the breeding season and in the morning.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests in Vietnam, Laos, and parts of southern China.
How to spot
Listen for its high-pitched, repetitive call emanating from dense thickets. Patience is needed for visual identification.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Vocalizations are most frequent during the breeding season and in the morning.
This shortwing's inconspicuous plumage helps it blend seamlessly into the dappled light of the dense forest floor where it forages.
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