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Rufous sibia

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Kingdom
  
Animalia

Genus
  
Heterophasia

Phylum
  
Chordata

Rank
  
Species

Family
  
Leiothrichidae

Scientific name
  
Heterophasia capistrata

Higher classification
  
Heterophasia

Order
  
Passerine

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Similar
  
Heterophasia, Streaked laughingthrush, Striated laughingthrush, White‑browed fulvetta, Hoary‑throated barwing

Rufous sibia


The rufous sibia (Heterophasia capistrata) is a species of bird in the family Leiothrichidae. It feeds on berries and insects.

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Rufous sibia Oriental Bird Club Image Database Rufous Sibia Heterophasia

It is found in the northern parts of the Indian subcontinent, ranging across India, Nepal and Bhutan. Its natural habitat is the temperate forests of the Lower to Middle Himalayas. The species has an unmistakable appearance with its rufous-dominated colouration and black head, and is often seen with its crest raised. It is a vigorous, melodious singer.

Rufous sibia Oriental Bird Club Image Database Rufous Sibia Heterophasia

A collection of beautiful himalayan birds black capped or rufous sibia himalayan pied woodpecker


Rufous sibia Oriental Bird Club Image Database Rufous Sibia Heterophasia

Rufous sibia Rufous Sibia Heterophasia capistrata 564 Rufous Sibia Flickr

Rufous sibia Oriental Bird Club Image Database Rufous Sibia Heterophasia

References

Rufous sibia Wikipedia