The White-naped Barwing is a distinctive babbler found in the montane forests of parts of Southeast Asia. It is characterized by a prominent white patch on its nape, contrasting with its darker cap and barred wings.
Where to spot
Found in mountainous regions of mainland Southeast Asia, including parts of Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos. Inhabits dense montane evergreen forests, particularly at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Look for its prominent white nape patch, which is its most reliable identification feature. Listen for its quiet, melodious, often repeated calls. It typically forages in dense mid-story foliage.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon. Often observed in small groups, sometimes joining mixed-species flocks.
Where to spot
Found in mountainous regions of mainland Southeast Asia, including parts of Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos. Inhabits dense montane evergreen forests, particularly at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Look for its prominent white nape patch, which is its most reliable identification feature. Listen for its quiet, melodious, often repeated calls. It typically forages in dense mid-story foliage.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon. Often observed in small groups, sometimes joining mixed-species flocks.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species often forages in the mid-story, moving methodically along branches and gleaning insects from bark and moss, sometimes hanging upside down.
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