White-tailed Stonechat
White-tailed Stonechat
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The White-tailed Stonechat is a distinctive species of bush chat, characterized by its prominent white outer tail feathers, especially visible in flight. Males have a black head and upperparts.
Where to spot
Found in parts of South Asia, specifically in the Gangetic plains of India and Nepal, inhabiting tall grasslands, reedbeds, and sugar cane fields, often near wetlands.
How to spot
Search in dense, tall grassy habitats. It can be quite skulking but may perch on tall grass stems or low shrubs. The white outer tail feathers are a key identification feature, especially when it flies.
When to spot
Year-round resident in its range. Most active during the breeding season (typically March-June) when males sing from elevated perches.
Where to spot
Found in parts of South Asia, specifically in the Gangetic plains of India and Nepal, inhabiting tall grasslands, reedbeds, and sugar cane fields, often near wetlands.
How to spot
Search in dense, tall grassy habitats. It can be quite skulking but may perch on tall grass stems or low shrubs. The white outer tail feathers are a key identification feature, especially when it flies.
When to spot
Year-round resident in its range. Most active during the breeding season (typically March-June) when males sing from elevated perches.
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Unlike many stonechats that prefer open, scrubby areas, this species is highly specialized to dense, tall grasslands and reedbeds, often near water.
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