The Turquoise Flycatcher is an attractive species, with males showing a vivid turquoise-blue on their upperparts and a distinctive black mask. Females are more subdued in coloration.
Where to spot
Found in mountainous regions of Southeast Asia, including parts of China, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar. It prefers dense broadleaf evergreen forests.
How to spot
Look for the male's intense turquoise color and black mask. It can be elusive in dense foliage. Listen for its short, clear, whistled calls, which can help pinpoint its location.
When to spot
A resident species, observable year-round, with some possible altitudinal movements. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon, often foraging in the mid-story.
Where to spot
Found in mountainous regions of Southeast Asia, including parts of China, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar. It prefers dense broadleaf evergreen forests.
How to spot
Look for the male's intense turquoise color and black mask. It can be elusive in dense foliage. Listen for its short, clear, whistled calls, which can help pinpoint its location.
When to spot
A resident species, observable year-round, with some possible altitudinal movements. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon, often foraging in the mid-story.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Formerly considered a subspecies of the Blue-and-white Flycatcher, this species has been recognized as distinct, highlighting the subtle but significant evolutionary divergences within bird populations across Asia.
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