Yellow-billed Chough
Yellow-billed Chough
80
1 week ago
door
Els Vijfschaft
Points:
80
E
+4
The Alpine Chough is a sleek, black bird belonging to the crow family, primarily found in high mountain ranges. It is known for its agile flight and distinctive bright yellow bill and red legs. This social species often gathers in large flocks.
Where to spot
Found in high-altitude mountainous regions across Europe, North Africa, and Central Asia. Look for them around ski resorts, mountain huts, and rocky slopes above the treeline.
How to spot
Look for their distinctive yellow bill and red legs against their glossy black plumage. Listen for their high-pitched, ringing calls, often heard echoing in mountain valleys. They are quite tame around human settlements in high mountains.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in their mountainous habitats. They are particularly active during warmer daylight hours, foraging and flying.
Where to spot
Found in high-altitude mountainous regions across Europe, North Africa, and Central Asia. Look for them around ski resorts, mountain huts, and rocky slopes above the treeline.
How to spot
Look for their distinctive yellow bill and red legs against their glossy black plumage. Listen for their high-pitched, ringing calls, often heard echoing in mountain valleys. They are quite tame around human settlements in high mountains.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in their mountainous habitats. They are particularly active during warmer daylight hours, foraging and flying.
Credits:
Vlaskop
Credits:
JR Guillaumin
Alpine Choughs are incredibly acrobatic flyers, capable of performing impressive aerial displays and using air currents to glide effortlessly around mountain peaks.
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