Black-headed Sibia
Heterophasia desgodinsi
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The Black-headed Sibia is a graceful, medium-sized bird with a glossy black head, gray-brown body, rufous flanks, and a long graduated tail. It inhabits montane forests from the eastern Himalayas through southern China to Vietnam and Myanmar, foraging at mid to upper elevations in dense forest and forest edges. It feeds on insects, berries, and nectar, often joining mixed-species flocks.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.4 cm | 7.6 in |
| Weight | 40.95 g | 1.44 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 14-16 days. Fledging: 15-17 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Leiothrichidae |
| Genus | Heterophasia |
| Species | Heterophasia desgodinsi |
Distribution
Black-headed Sibia has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Leiothrichidae family