Scarlet Minivet
Scarlet Minivet
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The Scarlet Minivet is a vibrant and widespread bird found across a broad range in Asia. Males feature brilliant orange-red and black plumage, while females are bright yellow and grey.
Where to spot
Inhabits various forest types, including evergreen and deciduous forests, and open woodlands across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and parts of East Asia.
How to spot
Scan the mid-to-upper canopy of forest trees. Listen for their characteristic high-pitched, whistling calls. Their bright colors often make them stand out, even from a distance.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often observed in small flocks or mixed-species foraging parties. They are resident or migratory depending on the region.
Where to spot
Inhabits various forest types, including evergreen and deciduous forests, and open woodlands across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and parts of East Asia.
How to spot
Scan the mid-to-upper canopy of forest trees. Listen for their characteristic high-pitched, whistling calls. Their bright colors often make them stand out, even from a distance.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often observed in small flocks or mixed-species foraging parties. They are resident or migratory depending on the region.
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This species is closely related to the Flame Minivet and other minivets, and their exact taxonomic relationships and distribution can be complex and debated among ornithologists.
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