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Sri Lanka Whistling Thrush

Sri Lanka Whistling Thrush

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A dark, elusive thrush with bright blue patches, endemic to the montane forests of Sri Lanka. It is known for its beautiful, whistling song.
Where to spot
Montane rainforests in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, often near streams and waterfalls.
How to spot
Listen for its rich, human-like whistling song. It is very shy and often seen briefly as it flies across open areas in the forest.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most vocal in the early morning and late afternoon.
File:Flickr - Rainbirder - Ceylon Whistling-thrush (Myophonus blighi).jpg
File:Myophonus blighi female.JPG
File:Myophonus blighi male.JPG
File:Flickr - Rainbirder - Ceylon Whistling-thrush (Myophonus blighi).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Myophonus blighi female.JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Myophonus blighi male.JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is one of Sri Lanka's endemic birds, found only in the wet montane forests, and is a key indicator of forest health.
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