White-capped Redstart
White-capped Redstart
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6 months ago
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jenny van Dorland
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The White-capped Redstart is a beautiful and unmistakable bird, characterized by its prominent white cap, black body, and bright rufous-orange tail. It is strongly associated with mountain streams.
Where to spot
Found across the Himalayas, parts of China, and Southeast Asia, strictly inhabiting fast-flowing mountain streams, rivers, and waterfalls.
How to spot
Concentrate your search along rocky banks and mid-stream boulders of clear mountain rivers. Look for its constant tail-flicking and head-bobbing motions. Its prominent white cap makes it relatively easy to spot.
When to spot
Year-round resident, though some altitudinal movements may occur in response to harsh weather. Most active during daylight hours, especially in the morning.
Where to spot
Found across the Himalayas, parts of China, and Southeast Asia, strictly inhabiting fast-flowing mountain streams, rivers, and waterfalls.
How to spot
Concentrate your search along rocky banks and mid-stream boulders of clear mountain rivers. Look for its constant tail-flicking and head-bobbing motions. Its prominent white cap makes it relatively easy to spot.
When to spot
Year-round resident, though some altitudinal movements may occur in response to harsh weather. Most active during daylight hours, especially in the morning.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Unlike other redstarts that primarily forage on insects from foliage, this species is a specialist of aquatic insects, often seen actively wading in shallow water.
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