A curious Black Throated Bushtit in the roadside bushes
A small active bird around 9-11 cms long sporting a distinctive look - a black mask and a black throat. They are delightful creatures and I love watching them. These are very common in the Himalayan region and we sighted them pretty much everywhere during our trip. On this day, sighted a flock of them on roadside bushes and trees actively foraging. The road has a valley on one side sloping down gradually with thick vegetation - that place was magical - so many species of birds!
The birds are found in the Himalayan belt and much of the South East Asia. They are quite agile, noisy and prefer to forage in flocks around fruiting small berry trees. The birds are usually found near broadleaf trees and forage primarily on insects, seeds and fruit. I think they are found within a wide range of altitute in that region - remember seeing them at the base on the Himalayas and then even on the Hatu Peak which is around 3500 metres above sea level.
Thanks in advance for your views, faves and feedback - much appreciated.
A curious Black Throated Bushtit in the roadside bushes
A small active bird around 9-11 cms long sporting a distinctive look - a black mask and a black throat. They are delightful creatures and I love watching them. These are very common in the Himalayan region and we sighted them pretty much everywhere during our trip. On this day, sighted a flock of them on roadside bushes and trees actively foraging. The road has a valley on one side sloping down gradually with thick vegetation - that place was magical - so many species of birds!
The birds are found in the Himalayan belt and much of the South East Asia. They are quite agile, noisy and prefer to forage in flocks around fruiting small berry trees. The birds are usually found near broadleaf trees and forage primarily on insects, seeds and fruit. I think they are found within a wide range of altitute in that region - remember seeing them at the base on the Himalayas and then even on the Hatu Peak which is around 3500 metres above sea level.
Thanks in advance for your views, faves and feedback - much appreciated.