Black-eared Shrike-babbler

Pteruthius melanotis

The Black-eared Shrike-babbler is a small passerine bird found in the eastern Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It is known for its distinctive black ear-coverts and olive-green upperparts. This species is often found in dense undergrowth of broadleaf evergreen forests, where it forages for insects and small invertebrates. The Black-eared Shrike-babbler is known for its melodious and varied song, often heard during the breeding season. While its population size is not well-known, it is generally considered to be of least concern in terms of conservation status.

Habitat: Broadleaf evergreen forests