The Nepal Fulvetta is a widespread species of babbler found across the Himalayan region and parts of Southeast Asia. It is a small, active bird with a distinctive grey cap and rufous flanks, often observed in mixed-species flocks.
Where to spot
Ranges from the Himalayas (Nepal, Bhutan, northeastern India) eastward through parts of China, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. Inhabits montane evergreen and mixed broadleaf forests, preferring the understory and mid-canopy.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, high-pitched, chattering calls. Look for it actively moving through dense foliage, often alongside other small passerines. Its grey cap and rufous flanks are key identification features.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Highly active during the day, frequently joining mixed-species foraging flocks, particularly visible in the early mornings.
Where to spot
Ranges from the Himalayas (Nepal, Bhutan, northeastern India) eastward through parts of China, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. Inhabits montane evergreen and mixed broadleaf forests, preferring the understory and mid-canopy.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, high-pitched, chattering calls. Look for it actively moving through dense foliage, often alongside other small passerines. Its grey cap and rufous flanks are key identification features.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Highly active during the day, frequently joining mixed-species foraging flocks, particularly visible in the early mornings.
The Nepal Fulvetta has a varied diet, consuming not only insects but also small berries and nectar, especially during the non-breeding season.
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