Orange-Headed Thrush
My cleanest shot yet of this rather reclusive and shy bird. Was lucky to spot it in the backyard among the dead leaves and twigs looking for grubs. It is common in well-wooded areas of the Indian Subcontinent. The species shows a preference for shady damp areas, and like many Zoothera thrushes, can be quite secretive. I have spotted this bird in the backyard only a few times before but am sure it is a regular visitor. The subspecies found in peninnsular India south to Kerala has strange markings as seen here. They have a white throat and face sides, with two black stripes running downwards from below the eyes. It has a swift, silent flight, but when disturbed will often sit motionless until the threat has passed. An effectiive stategy considering how hard it is to detect. The Orange-headed Thrush is omnivorous, eating a wide range of insects, earthworms and fruit. It nests in trees but does not form flocks.
Orange-Headed Thrush
My cleanest shot yet of this rather reclusive and shy bird. Was lucky to spot it in the backyard among the dead leaves and twigs looking for grubs. It is common in well-wooded areas of the Indian Subcontinent. The species shows a preference for shady damp areas, and like many Zoothera thrushes, can be quite secretive. I have spotted this bird in the backyard only a few times before but am sure it is a regular visitor. The subspecies found in peninnsular India south to Kerala has strange markings as seen here. They have a white throat and face sides, with two black stripes running downwards from below the eyes. It has a swift, silent flight, but when disturbed will often sit motionless until the threat has passed. An effectiive stategy considering how hard it is to detect. The Orange-headed Thrush is omnivorous, eating a wide range of insects, earthworms and fruit. It nests in trees but does not form flocks.