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White-rumped Shama

White-rumped Shama

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The White-rumped Shama is a captivating songbird celebrated for its striking black and chestnut plumage, long graduated tail, and an incredibly varied, melodious song. It prefers dense forest habitats.
Where to spot
Native to Southeast Asia, ranging from the Indian subcontinent eastward through Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It inhabits dense undergrowth of tropical and subtropical forests.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, clear, and complex song, which is often heard before the bird is seen. Look for it perched in dense vegetation, often flicking its long tail. Patience is key due to its shy nature.
When to spot
A resident species found year-round. It is most active and vocal at dawn and dusk, especially during the breeding season (typically April to July) when males display their full singing prowess.
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File:Madagascar magpie-robin (Copsychus albospecularis pica) female.jpg
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File:Madagascar magpie-robin copsychus albospecularis male.jpg
File:Copsychus albospecularis.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Copsychus albospecularis (21837084670).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Madagascar Magpie-Robin (Copsychus albospecularis) female calling ... (45244251411).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Madagascar Magpie-robin (Copsychus albospecularis), Ankarafantsika National Park, Madagascar (4521911652).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Madagascar Magpie-robin (Copsychus albospecularis) (9582184738).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Madagascar magpie-robin (Copsychus albospecularis pica) female.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Madagascar magpie-robin (Copsychus albospecularis pica) female 2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Madagascar magpie-robin copsychus albospecularis female.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Madagascar magpie-robin copsychus albospecularis male.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This shama is one of the most highly prized cage birds in Southeast Asia due to its exceptional vocal mimicry and beautiful song, leading to its introduction in various other parts of the world.
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